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Judas Iscariot in the Bible — Who Was Judas Iscariot? (also known as Judas Iscariot) | fresh.bible

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Judas Iscariot

The disciple who betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver

New TestamentAcross 2 books — from john to luke

Also known as Judas Iscariot

RoleOne of the Twelve

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One of the Twelve — handled the group's money. Sold Jesus out to the religious leaders for 30 pieces of silver, identified Him with a kiss in the Garden of Gethsemane. The ultimate betrayal. He regretted it, returned the money, and took his own life.

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Faith Identity Rejection Love Doubt Justice Community Leadership

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One of the TwelveTreasurer of the group

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2 chapters across 2 books

john

Where Else Would We Go?John 6:67-71

Judas Iscariot is named in full here by John as the one Jesus meant — one of the chosen twelve, already marked as the future betrayer even at this early stage of the ministry.

luke

The All-Night DecisionLuke 6:12-16

Judas Iscariot is named last on the list with the editorial note that he would betray Jesus — his inclusion among the twelve, known in advance by Jesus, makes the choice deliberate and sobering.

JesusThe Son of God, the Messiah — the whole point of the story PeterJesus' ride-or-die disciple — bold, impulsive, and fiercely loyal

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