Lexham English Bible

Luke 22:40-49 Lexham English Bible (LEB)

40. And when he came to the place, he said to them, “Pray that you will not enter into temptation.”

41. And he withdrew from them about a stone’s throw and knelt down and began to pray,

42. saying, “Father, if you are willing, take away this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will but yours be done.” 〚

43. And an angel from heaven appeared to him, strengthening him.

44. And being in anguish, he began praying more fervently and his sweat became like drops of blood falling down to the ground.〛

45. And when he got up from the prayer and came to the disciples, he found them sleeping from sorrow,

46. and he said to them, “Why are you sleeping? Get up and pray that you will not enter into temptation!”

47. While he was still speaking, behold, there came a crowd, and the one named Judas, one of the twelve, leading them. And he approached Jesus to kiss him.

48. But Jesus said to him, “Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?”

49. And when those around him saw what was about to happen, they said, “Lord, should we strike with the sword?”