Matthew 26:46
New International Version
Rise! Let us go! Here comes my betrayer!”

New Living Translation
Up, let’s be going. Look, my betrayer is here!”

English Standard Version
Rise, let us be going; see, my betrayer is at hand.”

Berean Standard Bible
Rise, let us go! See, My betrayer is approaching!”

Berean Literal Bible
Rise up, let us go! Behold, he who is betraying Me has drawn near!”

King James Bible
Rise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that doth betray me.

New King James Version
Rise, let us be going. See, My betrayer is at hand.”

New American Standard Bible
Get up, let’s go; behold, the one who is betraying Me is near!”

NASB 1995
“Get up, let us be going; behold, the one who betrays Me is at hand!”

NASB 1977
“Arise, let us be going; behold, the one who betrays Me is at hand!”

Legacy Standard Bible
Get up, let us go; behold, the one who betrays Me is at hand!”

Amplified Bible
Get up, let us go. Look, My betrayer is near!”

Berean Annotated Bible
Rise, let us go! See (Behold), My betrayer is approaching!

Christian Standard Bible
Get up; let’s go. See, my betrayer is near.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Get up; let’s go! See, My betrayer is near.”

American Standard Version
Arise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that betrayeth me.

Contemporary English Version
Get up! Let's go. The one who will betray me is already here."

English Revised Version
Arise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that betrayeth me.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Get up! Let's go! The one who is betraying me is near."

Good News Translation
Get up, let us go. Look, here is the man who is betraying me!"

International Standard Version
Get up! Let's go! See, the one who is betraying me is near!"

NET Bible
Get up, let us go. Look! My betrayer is approaching!"

New Heart English Bible
Arise, let us be going. Look, he who betrays me is near."

Webster's Bible Translation
Rise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that doth betray me.

Weymouth New Testament
Rouse yourselves. Let us be going. My betrayer is close at hand."
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Rise, let us go! See, My betrayer is approaching!”

World English Bible
Arise, let’s be going. Behold, he who betrays me is at hand.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Rise, let us go; behold, he who is delivering Me up has come near.”

Berean Literal Bible
Rise up, let us go! Behold, he who is betraying Me has drawn near!”

Young's Literal Translation
Rise, let us go; lo, he hath come nigh who is delivering me up.'

Smith's Literal Translation
Be aroused, let us lead forth; behold, he delivering me up, has drawn near.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Rise, let us go: behold he is at hand that will betray me.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Rise up; let us go. Behold, he who will betray me draws near.”

New American Bible
Get up, let us go. Look, my betrayer is at hand.”

New Revised Standard Version
Get up, let us be going. See, my betrayer is at hand.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Arise, let us go; behold, he who is to deliver me has arrived.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“Arise, let us go; he has arrived who betrays me.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Arise, let us go; behold, he that delivers me up is at hand.

Godbey New Testament
arise, let us go: behold, the one having betrayed me is nigh.

Haweis New Testament
Arise, let us go: lo! he that betrayeth me approaches.

Mace New Testament
rise, let us be gone, there he is, the traytor is just upon us.

Weymouth New Testament
Rouse yourselves. Let us be going. My betrayer is close at hand."

Worrell New Testament
Arise, let us be going. Behold, he who is betraying Me is at hand."

Worsley New Testament
Rise, let us go, see the traitor is at hand.

Additional Translations ...



Context
Jesus Prays at Gethsemane
45Then He returned to the disciples and said, “Are you still sleeping and resting? Look, the hour is near, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. 46Rise, let us go! See, My betrayer is approaching!” 47While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and elders of the people.…

Cross References
Rise, let us go!

Mark 14:42
Rise, let us go. See, My betrayer is approaching!”

John 14:31
But I do exactly what the Father has commanded Me, so that the world may know that I love the Father. Get up! Let us go on from here.

Luke 22:46
“Why are you sleeping?” He asked. “Get up and pray so that you will not enter into temptation.”
See, My betrayer is approaching!”

Mark 14:43
While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived, accompanied by a crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests, scribes, and elders.

Luke 22:47
While He was still speaking, a crowd arrived, led by the man called Judas, one of the Twelve. He approached Jesus to kiss Him.

John 18:3
So Judas brought a band of soldiers and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees. They arrived at the garden carrying lanterns, torches, and weapons.
John 18:1-3
After Jesus had spoken these words, He went out with His disciples across the Kidron Valley, where they entered a garden. / Now Judas His betrayer also knew the place, because Jesus had often met there with His disciples. / So Judas brought a band of soldiers and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees. They arrived at the garden carrying lanterns, torches, and weapons.

Mark 14:41-42
When Jesus returned the third time, He said, “Are you still sleeping and resting? That is enough! The hour has come. Look, the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. / Rise, let us go. See, My betrayer is approaching!”

John 13:27
And when Judas had taken the morsel, Satan entered into him. Then Jesus said to Judas, “What you are about to do, do quickly.”

John 12:27
Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? No, it is for this purpose that I have come to this hour.

John 17:1
When Jesus had spoken these things, He lifted up His eyes to heaven and said, “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son may glorify You.

John 18:4-6
Jesus, knowing all that was coming upon Him, stepped forward and asked them, “Whom are you seeking?” / “Jesus of Nazareth,” they answered. Jesus said, “I am He.” And Judas His betrayer was standing there with them. / When Jesus said, “I am He,” they drew back and fell to the ground.

Zechariah 13:7
Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the man who is My Companion, declares the LORD of Hosts. Strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn My hand against the little ones.

Isaiah 53:7
He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth.

Psalm 41:9
Even my close friend whom I trusted, the one who shared my bread, has lifted up his heel against me.

John 6:70-71
Jesus answered them, “Have I not chosen you, the Twelve? Yet one of you is a devil!” / He was speaking about Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot. For although Judas was one of the Twelve, he was later to betray Jesus.


Treasury of Scripture

Rise, let us be going: behold, he is at hand that does betray me.

1 Samuel 17:48
And it came to pass, when the Philistine arose, and came and drew nigh to meet David, that David hasted, and ran toward the army to meet the Philistine.

Luke 9:51
And it came to pass, when the time was come that he should be received up, he stedfastly set his face to go to Jerusalem,

Luke 12:50
But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished!

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Matthew 26
1. Jesus foretells his own death.
3. The rulers conspire against him.
6. The woman anoints his feet.
14. Judas bargains to betray him.
17. Jesus eats the Passover;
26. institutes his holy supper;
30. foretells the desertion of his disciples, and Peter's denial;
36. prays in the garden;
47. and being betrayed by a kiss,
57. is carried to Caiaphas,
69. and denied by Peter.












Rise, let us go!

After praying in Gethsemane, Jesus rose to meet what lay ahead. He did not flee or resist the Father’s purpose, but willingly moved toward His arrest and crucifixion. The disciples were called to leave the place of prayer and follow Him into the events already unfolding.

Mrk 14:42 Rise, let us go. See, My betrayer is approaching!”
Jhn 14:31 But I do exactly what the Father has commanded Me,…
Luk 22:46 “Why are you sleeping?” He asked. “Get up and pray…”…

See, My betrayer is approaching!”

Judas Iscariot was nearing with an armed crowd sent by the chief priests and elders. Though Judas had shared Jesus’ ministry and meals, he had arranged to identify Him for arrest. Jesus’ foreknowledge of the betrayal shows that His capture was not unexpected or beyond His control, but part of the path He had come to fulfill.

Mrk 14:43 While Jesus was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve…
Luk 22:47 While He was still speaking, a crowd arrived,…
Jhn 18:3 So Judas brought a band of soldiers and officers…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
The central figure in this passage, Jesus is in the Garden of Gethsemane, preparing to face His betrayal and subsequent crucifixion. His words reflect His readiness to fulfill His mission.

2. The Disciples
Specifically, Peter, James, and John are with Jesus in the garden. They have been asked to keep watch and pray but have fallen asleep.

3. Judas Iscariot
The betrayer mentioned in this verse, Judas, is one of the twelve disciples who has agreed to betray Jesus to the religious leaders for thirty pieces of silver.

4. Garden of Gethsemane
A place of prayer and agony for Jesus, located on the Mount of Olives, where He often went with His disciples.

5. The Arresting Party
A group led by Judas, including soldiers and officials from the chief priests and Pharisees, coming to arrest Jesus.
Teaching Points
Readiness in Obedience
Jesus's command to "rise, let us go" demonstrates His readiness to face His mission. As believers, we are called to be ready and willing to follow God's will, even when it leads to difficult circumstances.

The Reality of Betrayal
Jesus's experience with Judas reminds us that betrayal can come from those closest to us. We must remain steadfast in our faith and trust in God's plan, even when others fail us.

The Importance of Vigilance
The disciples' failure to stay awake and pray serves as a warning to us about spiritual complacency. We must remain vigilant in prayer and watchfulness, especially in times of trial.

Submission to God's Will
Jesus's acceptance of His impending arrest and crucifixion is a powerful example of submission to God's will. We are encouraged to seek God's guidance and submit to His plans, trusting in His greater purpose.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 26:46?

2. How does Matthew 26:46 inspire readiness to face spiritual challenges today?

3. What does "Rise, let us go" teach about responding to God's timing?

4. How can Jesus' example in Matthew 26:46 guide our leadership in crises?

5. How does Matthew 26:46 connect with Jesus' earlier predictions of His betrayal?

6. How can we apply Jesus' resolve in Matthew 26:46 to our daily lives?

7. Why does Jesus say, "Rise, let us go" in Matthew 26:46?

8. How does Matthew 26:46 reflect Jesus' acceptance of His fate?

9. What is the significance of Jesus' command to rise in Matthew 26:46?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 26?


(46) Rise, let us be going.--It is obvious that the latter clause does not involve any suggestion of flight, but rather a call to confront the danger.

Verse 46. - Rise, let us be going. He wilt meet, and he wishes his disciples to meet, the coming attack with alacrity and readiness. So with them he goes towards the entrance of the garden where he had left the eight. Behold. Judas and his companions come in sight.

Matthew 26:46 reveals a Savior fully awake, fully willing, and fully aware. He rouses sleepy followers, leads them toward the Father’s purpose, points their eyes to unfolding prophecy, and names the betrayer approaching. The verse invites believers today to rise from spiritual slumber, step forward in obedience, keep vigilant eyes on God’s plan, and trust the Lord who faces every foe with unwavering resolve.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Rise,
ἐγείρεσθε (egeiresthe)
Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1453: (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse.

let us go!
ἄγωμεν (agōmen)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 1st Person Plural
Strong's 71: A primary verb; properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, go, pass, or induce.

See,
ἰδοὺ (idou)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 2400: See! Lo! Behold! Look! Second person singular imperative middle voice of eido; used as imperative lo!

My
με (me)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

betrayer
παραδιδούς (paradidous)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3860: From para and didomi; to surrender, i.e yield up, intrust, transmit.

is approaching!”
ἤγγικεν (ēngiken)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1448: Trans: I bring near; intrans: I come near, approach. From eggus; to make near, i.e. approach.


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