26. Notes_Gospel of Matthew_NABRE Chapter 26

Read Chapter 26: The Gospel According to Matthew 

മത്തായി അദ്ധ്യായം- 26 P. O. C ബൈബിള്‍

Study Notes on Matthew Chapter 26

1. Conspiracy Against Jesus (Matthew 26:1-5)

   - Jesus predicts his crucifixion during the Passover festival.

   - Chief priests and elders plot to arrest and kill Jesus secretly.

   - They decide not to act during the festival to avoid public unrest.

2. The Anointing at Bethany (Matthew 26:6-13)

   - Jesus is anointed with costly perfumed oil by a woman at the house of Simon the leper.

   - Disciples criticize the "waste" of the oil, but Jesus defends her, emphasizing the significance of the act.

   - Jesus mentions that this anointing is in preparation for his burial.

3. The Betrayal by Judas (Matthew 26:14-16)

   - Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, agrees to betray Jesus to the chief priests for thirty pieces of silver.

   - Judas seeks an opportunity to hand Jesus over.

4. Preparations for the Passover (Matthew 26:17-19)

   - Disciples ask Jesus about preparing for the Passover.

   - Jesus instructs them to go into the city, find a man, and prepare for the Passover in his house.

   - Disciples follow Jesus' instructions.

5. The Lord’s Supper (Matthew 26:26-30)

   - During the Passover meal, Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper.

   - He takes bread, blesses it, and shares it, symbolizing his body. He does the same with the cup, symbolizing his blood.

   - Jesus emphasizes the forgiveness of sins and anticipates a future banquet in the kingdom.

6. Peter’s Denial Foretold (Matthew 26:31-35)

   - Jesus predicts that all the disciples will be shaken in their faith.

   - Peter confidently asserts his loyalty but is told by Jesus that he will deny him three times.

   - Other disciples express similar determination.

7. The Agony in the Garden (Matthew 26:36-46)

   - Jesus goes to Gethsemane with his disciples to pray.

   - He expresses deep sorrow and distress, praying for God's will to be done.

   - Disciples struggle to stay awake, and Jesus rebukes Peter for sleeping.

8. The Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus (Matthew 26:47-56)

   - Judas arrives with a crowd carrying swords and clubs to arrest Jesus.

   - Judas identifies Jesus with a kiss.

   - Jesus rebukes violence, stating that scripture must be fulfilled.

   - Disciples flee, fulfilling Jesus' earlier prediction.

9. Jesus Before the Sanhedrin (Matthew 26:57-68)

   - Jesus is brought before Caiaphas, the high priest, and the Sanhedrin.

   - False witnesses present conflicting testimony.

   - Jesus remains mostly silent but acknowledges his identity when asked directly.

   - The high priest accuses him of blasphemy.

10. Peter’s Denial of Jesus (Matthew 26:69-75)

   - Peter denies knowing Jesus three times, as predicted.

   - He weeps bitterly upon realizing his denial.

   - This event highlights the human struggle and Peter's eventual repentance.


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