John 18:11

"Simon Peter therefore, having a sword, drew it, struck the high priest’s servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus."

Key Reflection

Peter's action with the sword symbolizes his attempt to protect Jesus through physical force rather than faith. This episode underscores the contrast between Peter's misunderstanding of Jesus' mission and the necessity of divine submission, highlighting the transition from human intervention to divine will in Jesus' journey towards the cross.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 11. No Barnes text on this verse. {i} "the cup which my Father" Mt 20:22; 26:39,42 __________________________________________________________________

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