John 13:26 Meaning
Jesus answered, He it is, to whom I shall give a sop, when I have dipped it. And when he had dipped the sop, he gave it to Judas Iscariot, the son of Simon.
Context Explained
24Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him, that he should ask who it should be of whom he spake.
25He then lying on Jesus' breast saith unto him, Lord, who is it?
26Jesus answered, He it is, to whom I shall give a sop, when I have dipped it. And when he had dipped the sop, he gave it to Judas Iscariot, the son of Simon.
27And after the sop Satan entered into him. Then said Jesus unto him, That thou doest, do quickly.
28Now no man at the table knew for what intent he spake this unto him.
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Related Cross References
Matthew 26:23
This verse also identifies Judas as the betrayer during the Last Supper.
John 6:70
Earlier, Jesus referred to Judas as a devil, foreshadowing his betrayal.
Acts 1:16
This verse reflects on the fulfillment of prophecy regarding Judas' betrayal.
Source: John 13:26