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After Jesus' prayer to the Father in John 17, where did He go with His disciples?
After Jesus' prayer to the Father in John 17, where did He go with His disciples?
They crossed the Kidron Valley
What is said to be 'on the other side' of the Kidron Valley?
What is said to be 'on the other side' of the Kidron Valley?
An olive grove
Why did Judas know the place (the olive grove) on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
Why did Judas know the place (the olive grove) on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
Because Jesus had often met there with His disciples.
Who was Judas guiding to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
Who was Judas guiding to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
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What were the soldiers and officials carrying when they came to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
What were the soldiers and officials carrying when they came to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
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What did Jesus know when the soldiers and officials came to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
What did Jesus know when the soldiers and officials came to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
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What did Jesus do when the soldiers and officials came to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
What did Jesus do when the soldiers and officials came to the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
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When Jesus asked the soldiers and officials 'Who is it you want?' what was the reply?
When Jesus asked the soldiers and officials 'Who is it you want?' what was the reply?
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When the soldiers and officials replied that they were seeking Jesus of Nazareth, how did Jesus respond?
When the soldiers and officials replied that they were seeking Jesus of Nazareth, how did Jesus respond?
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Who was standing there with the soldiers and officials when Jesus said He was Jesus of Nazareth?
Who was standing there with the soldiers and officials when Jesus said He was Jesus of Nazareth?
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When Jesus responded, 'I am He' in the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley, what was the reaction of the soldiers and officials?
When Jesus responded, 'I am He' in the olive grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley, what was the reaction of the soldiers and officials?
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The second time that Jesus asked the soldiers and officials 'Who is it you want?' what was their reply?
The second time that Jesus asked the soldiers and officials 'Who is it you want?' what was their reply?
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The second time the soldiers and officials replied that they were seeking Jesus of Nazareth, how did Jesus respond?
The second time the soldiers and officials replied that they were seeking Jesus of Nazareth, how did Jesus respond?
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Why did Jesus tell the soldiers and officials to 'let these men go'?
Why did Jesus tell the soldiers and officials to 'let these men go'?
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What words had Jesus spoken that were fulfilled when Jesus told the soldiers and officials to let these men go?
What words had Jesus spoken that were fulfilled when Jesus told the soldiers and officials to let these men go?
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What was Peter's response when the soldiers and officials came for Jesus in the grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
What was Peter's response when the soldiers and officials came for Jesus in the grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
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What did Peter do to the high priest's servant when he struck him with a sword?
What did Peter do to the high priest's servant when he struck him with a sword?
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What was the name of the high priest's servant who had his right ear cut off by Peter?
What was the name of the high priest's servant who had his right ear cut off by Peter?
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What was Jesus' response to Peter after Peter cut off the ear of Malchus?
What was Jesus' response to Peter after Peter cut off the ear of Malchus?
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Who was it that arrested Jesus while in the grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
Who was it that arrested Jesus while in the grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
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What did the detachment of soldiers and the Jewish officials do to Jesus after arresting Him?
What did the detachment of soldiers and the Jewish officials do to Jesus after arresting Him?
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Who was Jesus first taken to after He was arrested and bound by the detachment of soldiers and the Jewish officials?
Who was Jesus first taken to after He was arrested and bound by the detachment of soldiers and the Jewish officials?
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Who was Annas?
Who was Annas?
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What position did Caiaphas hold at the time Jesus was arrested?
What position did Caiaphas hold at the time Jesus was arrested?
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Who had advised the Jews that it would be good if one man died for the people?
Who had advised the Jews that it would be good if one man died for the people?
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Who was it that followed Jesus after His arrest in the grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
Who was it that followed Jesus after His arrest in the grove on the other side of the Kidron Valley?
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Study Notes
Jesus' Arrest and Betrayal
- After praying, Jesus crossed the Kidron Valley to an olive grove with His disciples.
- Judas was familiar with the olive grove, as Jesus often met there with His followers.
The Arresting Party
- Judas led a detachment of soldiers and officials from chief priests and Pharisees to the grove.
- They were equipped with torches, lanterns, and weapons.
Jesus' Knowledge and Confrontation
- Jesus was aware of the forthcoming events as the soldiers approached.
- He proactively asked the soldiers, "Who is it you want?" leading to their admission of seeking Jesus of Nazareth.
Declaration of Identity
- Jesus claimed, "I am He," causing the soldiers to stumble back and fall to the ground.
- Upon reiterating their inquiry, He reiterated, "I told you that I am He," instructing them to let His disciples go to fulfill His prior words that He had not lost any of them.
Peter's Defense
- In defense of Jesus, Peter drew his sword and severed the right ear of Malchus, the high priest's servant.
- Jesus rebuked Peter, urging him to put away his sword and accept the destiny laid out by the Father.
Binding and Initial Trial
- The soldiers arrested Jesus, binding Him before taking Him to Annas, the former high priest.
- Annas was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, who held the position of high priest that year and suggested it was beneficial for one man to die for the people.
Disciples' Loyalty
- Following the arrest, Simon Peter and another disciple trailed Jesus.
- The identity of the second disciple facilitated entry into the high priest's courtyard, indicating they remained engaged in the unfolding events.
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Test your knowledge on the events surrounding Jesus' arrest and betrayal, highlighting key moments such as Judas' involvement and Peter's defense. Explore the setting of the olive grove and the reactions of those present during this pivotal moment in the New Testament.
