5. "Jesus of Nazareth," they replied. "I am he," Jesus said. Judas, who was going to hand Jesus over, was standing there with them.
6. When Jesus said, "I am he," they moved back. Then they fell to the ground.
7. He asked them again, "Who is it that you want?" They said, "Jesus of Nazareth."
8. "I told you I am he," Jesus answered. "If you are looking for me, then let these men go."
9. This happened so that the words Jesus had spoken would come true. He had said, "I have not lost anyone God has given me." (John 6:39)
10. Simon Peter had a sword and pulled it out. He struck the high priest's servant and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus.
11. Jesus commanded Peter, "Put your sword away! Shouldn't I drink the cup of suffering the Father has given me?"
12. Then the group of soldiers, their leader and the Jewish officials arrested Jesus. They tied him up
13. and brought him first to Annas. He was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest at that time.
14. Caiaphas had advised the Jews that it would be good if one man died for the people.