Luke 22
The Plot to Kill Jesus
1 Now the feast of unleavened bread drew nigh, which is called the Passover.
2 And the chief priests and scribes sought how they might kill him; for they feared the people.
Judas Agrees to Betray Jesus
3 Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, being of the number of the twelve. Parallel theme: Luke 6:16, 22:21, Psalms 41:9, Matthew 26:23, John 12:6, 13:2, 13:18, Acts 5:3 +3
4 And he went his way, and communed with the chief priests and captains, how he might betray him unto them. Parallel theme: Acts 4:1, 5:24
5 And they were glad, and covenanted to give him money.
6 And he promised, and sought opportunity to betray him unto them in the absence of the multitude.
The Passover with the Disciples
7 Then came the day of unleavened bread, when the passover must be killed. Parallel theme: Exodus 12:18
8 And he sent Peter and John, saying, Go and prepare us the passover, that we may eat.
9 And they said unto him, Where wilt thou that we prepare?
10 And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are entered into the city, there shall a man meet you, bearing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house where he entereth in.
11 And ye shall say unto the goodman of the house, The Master saith unto thee, Where is the guestchamber, where I shall eat the passover with my disciples? Parallel theme: John 11:28
12 And he shall shew you a large upper room furnished: there make ready. Parallel theme: Acts 1:13
13 And they went, and found as he had said unto them: and they made ready the passover.
Institution of the Lord's Supper
14 And when the hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him. Parallel theme: Matthew 26:20, Mark 14:17
15 And he said unto them, With desire I have desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer: Parallel theme: Luke 12:50, John 4:34, 13:1
16 For I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God. References God: Revelation 19:9. Kingdom: Luke 14:15, 22:30
17 And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it among yourselves: Parallel theme: Luke 22:19, Psalms 116:13
18 For I say unto you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come.
19 And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me. Parallel theme: Luke 22:20, 24:30, Psalms 111:4, John 6:51, 1 Corinthians 10:4, 10:16, Galatians 1:4, Ephesians 5:2, Titus 2:14, 1 Peter 2:24 +5
20 Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you. Covenant: Exodus 24:8, Jeremiah 31:31, Zechariah 9:11, Matthew 26:28, 1 Corinthians 11:25, 2 Corinthians 3:6, Hebrews 9:15, 9:17, 12:24, 13:20 +5
The Betrayer at the Table
21 But, behold, the hand of him that betrayeth me is with me on the table. Parallel theme: Psalms 41:9, John 13:26
22 And truly the Son of man goeth, as it was determined: but woe unto that man by whom he is betrayed! Parallel theme: Luke 24:46, Genesis 3:15, Zechariah 13:7, Matthew 26:24, Mark 14:21, John 17:12, Acts 2:23, 1 Peter 1:11, 2 Peter 2:3 +4
23 And they began to enquire among themselves, which of them it was that should do this thing.
Who Is the Greatest?
24 And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest.
25 And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors.
26 But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.
27 For whether is greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? is not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as he that serveth. Parallel theme: Luke 12:37, Matthew 20:28, 2 Corinthians 8:9
28 Ye are they which have continued with me in my temptations. Parallel theme: Matthew 24:13, John 8:31, Acts 1:25, Hebrews 2:18, 4:15
29 And I appoint unto you a kingdomKingdom: βασιλεία (Basileia). The Greek basileia (βασιλεία) means kingdom—both the realm ruled and the exercise of royal authority. The 'kingdom of God' is central to Jesus' teaching, representing God's saving rule breaking into history., as my Father hath appointed unto me; Kingdom: Luke 12:32, Matthew 25:34, 2 Timothy 2:12, James 2:5. Parallel theme: Luke 19:17, Matthew 24:47, 28:18, 1 Corinthians 9:25, 2 Corinthians 1:7, 1 Peter 5:4 +5
30 That ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel. Kingdom: Luke 14:15, Matthew 8:11. References Israel: Matthew 19:28. Parallel theme: Luke 12:37, Revelation 3:21, 19:9
Jesus Foretells Peter's Denial
31 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: References Lord: Zechariah 3:1. Parallel theme: Luke 10:41, Amos 9:9, Acts 9:4, 1 Peter 5:8, Revelation 12:10
32 But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren. Faith: Luke 8:13, 1 Peter 1:5. Parallel theme: Matthew 18:3, Acts 3:19, Romans 8:34, Hebrews 7:25, 12:15, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Peter 3:14, 1 John 2:19 +5
33 And he said unto him, Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into prison, and to death.
34 And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.
Scripture Must Be Fulfilled in Jesus
35 And he said unto them, When I sent you without purse, and scrip, and shoes, lacked ye any thing? And they said, Nothing.
36 Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.
37 For I say unto you, that this that is written must yet be accomplished in me, And he was reckoned among the transgressors: for the things concerning me have an end. Parallel theme: Luke 18:31, 22:22, 23:32, Isaiah 53:12, John 10:35, 17:4, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:13 +3
38 And they said, LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint., behold, here are two swords. And he said unto them, It is enough. Word: Luke 22:49. Parallel theme: John 18:36, 1 Thessalonians 5:8, 1 Peter 5:9
Jesus Prays on the Mount of Olives
39 And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him. Parallel theme: Luke 21:37, Matthew 21:1
40 And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. Prayer: Luke 22:46, 1 Peter 4:7. Parallel theme: Luke 11:4, 1 Chronicles 4:10, Psalms 17:5, 19:13, 119:133, Matthew 6:13, Revelation 3:10 +4
41 And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, Prayer: Matthew 26:39, Mark 14:35
42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. Parallel theme: Psalms 40:8, Isaiah 51:22, Matthew 20:22, 26:39, 26:42, Mark 14:36, John 4:34, 5:30, 6:38, 18:11 +5
43 And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him.
44 And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it were great drops of bloodBlood: αἷμα (Haima). The Greek haima (αἷμα) denotes blood. Christ's blood 'cleanseth us from all sin' (1 John 1:7), securing 'eternal redemption' (Hebrews 9:12) through His once-for-all sacrifice. Believers have been 'purchased with his own blood' (Acts 20:28). falling down to the ground. Prayer: Hebrews 5:7. Parallel theme: Isaiah 53:10, Lamentations 1:12, John 12:27, Romans 8:32
45 And when he rose up from prayer, and was come to his disciples, he found them sleeping for sorrow, Parallel theme: Matthew 26:40, 26:43, Mark 14:37
46 And said unto them, Why sleep ye? rise and pray, lest ye enter into temptation.
The Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus
47 And while he yet spake, behold a multitude, and he that was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them, and drew near unto Jesus to kiss him.
48 But Jesus said unto him, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss? Parallel theme: Proverbs 27:6
49 When they which were about him saw what would follow, they said unto him, LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint., shall we smite with the sword? Word: Luke 22:38
50 And one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and cut off his right ear. Parallel theme: Mark 14:47, Romans 12:19, 2 Corinthians 10:4
51 And Jesus answered and said, Suffer ye thus far. And he touched his ear, and healed him.
52 Then Jesus said unto the chief priests, and captains of the temple, and the elders, which were come to him, Be ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and staves?
53 When I was daily with you in the temple, ye stretched forth no hands against me: but this is your hour, and the power of darkness. Darkness: Acts 26:18, Ephesians 6:12, Colossians 1:13. Parallel theme: John 7:45, 12:27
Peter Denies Jesus
54 Then took they him, and led him, and brought him into the high priest's house. And Peter followed afar off.
55 And when they had kindled a fire in the midst of the hall, and were set down together, Peter sat down among them.
56 But a certain maid beheld him as he sat by the fire, and earnestly looked upon him, and said, This man was also with him.
57 And he denied him, saying, Woman, I know him not.
58 And after a little while another saw him, and said, Thou art also of them. And Peter said, Man, I am not.
59 And about the space of one hour after another confidently affirmed, saying, Of a truth this fellow also was with him: for he is a Galilaean.
60 And Peter said, Man, I know not what thou sayest. And immediately, while he yet spake, the cock crew.
61 And the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. turned, and looked upon Peter. And Peter remembered the word of the Lord, how he had said unto him, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. References Peter: Luke 22:34
62 And Peter went out, and wept bitterly. References Peter: Matthew 26:75. Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 10:12
Jesus Is Mocked
63 And the men that held Jesus mocked him, and smote him.
64 And when they had blindfolded him, they struck him on the face, and asked him, saying, Prophesy, who is it that smote thee?
65 And many other things blasphemously spake they against him.
Jesus Before the Council
66 And as soon as it was day, the elders of the people and the chief priests and the scribes came together, and led him into their council, saying, Parallel theme: Matthew 5:22, 27:1, Mark 15:1, Acts 22:5
67 Art thou the Christ? tell us. And he said unto them, If I tell you, ye will not believe:
68 And if I also ask you, ye will not answer me, nor let me go.
69 Hereafter shall the Son of man sit on the right hand of the power of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally.. References God: Mark 16:19, Hebrews 12:2, Revelation 22:1. Parallel theme: Psalms 110:1, Matthew 22:44, 26:64, Mark 14:62, Hebrews 1:3, 8:1, Revelation 3:21 +5
70 Then said they all, Art thou then the Son of God? And he said unto them, Ye say that I am. Parallel theme: Luke 23:3, Matthew 26:64, 27:11, Mark 15:2
71 And they said, What need we any further witness? for we ourselves have heard of his own mouth.