Mark 14:12

"They, when they heard it, were glad, and promised to give him money. He sought how he might conveniently deliver him."

Key Reflection

These verses reveal a mix of genuine gratitude and ulterior motives among Jesus' followers. While they initially express joy and willingness to assist, their eagerness to provide financial support hints at underlying self-interest rather than pure devotion, highlighting the complexity of their faith and loyalty.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 12-16. See Mt 16:17-19 Verses 12,13. They killed the passover. The paschal lamb, which was slain in keeping the passover. Go and prepare. Go and prepare a lamb, have it roasted, and properly prepared with the usual things to eat with it. The city. The city of Jerusalem. They were now in Bethany, about two miles from the city. A man bearing a pitcher of water. This could have been known only by the infinite knowledge of Christ. Such a thing could not have been conjectured, nor was there any concert between him and the man, that at that time he should be in a particular place to meet them, for the disciples themselves proposed the inquiry.

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