John 13:30
John 13:30 in Multiple Translations
As soon as he had received the morsel, Judas went out into the night.
He then having received the sop went immediately out: and it was night.
He then having received the sop went out straightway: and it was night.
So Judas, having taken the bit of bread, straight away went out: and it was night.
Judas left immediately after he'd taken the piece of bread, and went out into the night.
Assoone then as he had receiued the soppe, he went immediately out, and it was night.
having received, therefore, the morsel, that one immediately went forth, and it was night.
Therefore having received that morsel, he went out immediately. It was night.
He then having received the sop, went immediately out: and it was night.
He therefore having received the morsel, went out immediately. And it was night.
As soon as Judas had eaten the bread, he left. It was dark outside, and it was dark [MET] in his soul, too.
As soon as Judas took the damper, he left them and went out into the night.
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Greek Word Reference — John 13:30
Study Notes — John 13:30
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- John 13:30 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on John 13:30
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 13:30
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 13:30
- Trapp's Commentary on John 13:30
- Ellicott's Commentary on John 13:30
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 13:30
- Cambridge Bible on John 13:30
- Barnes' Notes on John 13:30
- Whedon's Commentary on John 13:30
- Sermons on John 13:30
Context — Jesus Predicts His Betrayal
30As soon as he had received the morsel, Judas went out into the night.
31When Judas had gone out, Jesus said, “Now the Son of Man is glorified, and God is glorified in Him. 32If God is glorified in Him, God will also glorify the Son in Himself—and will glorify Him at once.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaiah 59:7 | Their feet run to evil; they are swift to shed innocent blood. Their thoughts are sinful thoughts; ruin and destruction lie in their wake. |
| 2 | Job 24:13–15 | Then there are those who rebel against the light, not knowing its ways or staying on its paths. When daylight is gone, the murderer rises to kill the poor and needy; in the night he is like a thief. The eye of the adulterer watches for twilight. Thinking, ‘No eye will see me,’ he covers his face. |
| 3 | Proverbs 4:16 | For they cannot sleep unless they do evil; they are deprived of slumber until they make someone fall. |
| 4 | Luke 22:53 | Every day I was with you in the temple courts, and you did not lay a hand on Me. But this hour belongs to you and to the power of darkness.” |
| 5 | Romans 3:15 | “Their feet are swift to shed blood; |
John 13:30 Summary
[This verse tells us that Judas left Jesus and the other disciples to go out into the night, which symbolizes the darkness of his heart and the evil that he was about to commit. Jesus had given Judas a signal to carry out his betrayal, and Judas obeyed, just like it says in John 13:21. This shows us that our actions have consequences, and that sin and betrayal can occur even among those who appear to be close to God, as seen in Psalm 55:12-14. We should strive to remain loyal to Jesus and obey His will, just like it says in Matthew 26:47-50.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Judas go out into the night after receiving the morsel?
Judas went out into the night after receiving the morsel because he had been given a signal by Jesus to carry out his betrayal, as Jesus had previously announced that one of the twelve would betray Him, as seen in John 13:21 (John 13:21, Matthew 26:20-25).
What is the significance of the night in this context?
The night in this context symbolizes the darkness of Judas' heart and the evil that he was about to commit, similar to how darkness is described in John 3:19 and 1 John 1:5-6 as a representation of sin and separation from God.
How did Jesus know that Judas would betray Him?
Jesus knew that Judas would betray Him because He is all-knowing and had previously announced that one of the twelve would betray Him, as seen in John 13:21 and also in John 6:64 where Jesus says that He knew from the beginning who would betray Him.
What can we learn from Judas' actions in this verse?
We can learn from Judas' actions that sin and betrayal can occur even among those who appear to be close to God, and that our actions have consequences, as seen in Psalm 55:12-14 and Matthew 26:47-50 where Judas' betrayal leads to Jesus' arrest and ultimately His crucifixion.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be like Judas, with a heart that is willing to betray Jesus for my own gain or desires?
- How can I ensure that my heart remains loyal to Jesus and that I do not fall into the same trap as Judas?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be living in darkness, and how can I bring them into the light of Christ?
- How can I be more mindful of the signals that Jesus gives me in my life, and how can I be more obedient to His will?
Gill's Exposition on John 13:30
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on John 13:30
Matthew Poole's Commentary on John 13:30
Trapp's Commentary on John 13:30
Ellicott's Commentary on John 13:30
Adam Clarke's Commentary on John 13:30
Cambridge Bible on John 13:30
Barnes' Notes on John 13:30
Whedon's Commentary on John 13:30
Sermons on John 13:30
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Rev. 2:1. Watchman, What of the Night? by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar emphasizes the significance of Christ's presence among His churches during the dark times of the world, as depicted in Revelation 2:1. He describes the night that en |
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Pure by Faith by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of letting go of religious traditions and embracing the freedom found in Christ. He highlights how Jesus faced opposition from |
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Under Sin by Don McClure | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the impact of sin on the human mind and its ability to comprehend spiritual matters. He highlights the irony of highly intelligent individuals |
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The Day That Belongs to the Lord by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being creative in our daily lives and making each day a sweet and blessed day. He encourages the congregation to search the |
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On Through the Darkness by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the importance of trusting in the Lord and waiting patiently for Him, even when the way seems dark. She emphasizes the need to bring our unwilli |
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The Power of the Cross by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the decay and rottenness of sin, even among churchgoers. He mentions a legend about the search for the real cross of Jesus, where three crosse |
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There Is Life in Death by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the profound truth that there is life in death, particularly through the lens of Good Friday, where Jesus' horrific death ultimately leads to eternal life. |







