John 13:24

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

So Simon Peter motioned to him to ask Jesus which one He was talking about.

American Standard Version (1901)

Simon Peter therefore beckoneth to him, and saith unto him, Tell us who it is of whom he speaketh.

Bible in Basic English

Making a sign to him, Simon Peter said, Who is it he is talking about?

Free Bible Version

Simon Peter motioned to him to ask Jesus which one he was talking about.

Geneva Bible 1599

To him beckened therefore Simon Peter, that he should aske who it was of whom he spake.

King James (Authorized) Version

Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him, that he should ask who it should be of whom he spake.

One Unity Resource Bible

Simeon Peter [Hearing Rock] therefore beckoned to him, and said to him, “Tell us who it is of whom he speaks.”

Plain English Version

Peter moved his hand to make a sign to that follower, to get him to ask Jesus, “Who are you talking about?”

Translation for Translators

Simon Peter motioned to me to indicate that I should ask Jesus whom he was talking about.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Simon Peter motioned to this disciple and said, “Ask him who he is speaking about.”

Noah Webster Bible

Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him, to ask who it should be of whom he spoke.

World English Bible

Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him, and said to him, “Tell us who it is of whom he speaks.”

Young's Literal Translation

Simon Peter, then, doth beckon to this one, to inquire who he may be concerning whom he speaketh,

Context

Jesus Predicts His Betrayal

²³One of His disciples, the one whom Jesus loved, was reclining at His side.²⁴So Simon Peter motioned to him to ask Jesus which one He was talking about.²⁵Leaning back against Jesus, he asked, “Lord, who is it?”

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Summary

In this verse, Simon Peter motioned to John, who was reclining next to Jesus, to ask Him who would betray Him. This interaction shows the close relationship and camaraderie among the disciples, as Peter felt comfortable asking John to inquire on his behalf. It also reveals the disciples' concern and curiosity about the identity of the betrayer, reflecting their loyalty and desire to understand Jesus' words. This moment captures the human dynamics and interactions within the group of disciples, illustrating their unity and shared experiences in following Jesus.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him,.... Peter perhaps lay at a distance from Christ, or in some such position, that he could not whisper to him himself; and besides, knew that John might use more freedom, as he was admitted to more familiarity with him; and being at some distance also from him, he beckoned to him; which was usually done at meals, when they could not, by reason of their posture, discourse together: this being the case, , "they made signs", by nodding to one another (k); that is, as the gloss explains it, they pointed with their hands and fingers, and by nodding or beckoning; such a method Peter took, signifying his desire, that he should ask who it should be of whom he spake: which he did not out of mere curiosity, but from an honest intention and pure zeal, that he, with the rest, might show their abhorrence of such a person, and avoid him; and do all that lay in their power to hinder him from putting his designs into execution, and that the innocent might be free from all suspicion. (k) T. Bab. Beracot ib.