John 12:7
"Now he said this, not because he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and having the money box, used to steal what was put into it."
Key Reflection
This passage reveals that Judas's motivation for soliciting money for the poor was not genuine charity but rather his personal greed. The text highlights how his covetous nature led him to misappropriate funds, even as he pretended to be concerned about their welfare.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes