Matthew 26:51

New English Translation

⁵¹But^[a] one of those with Jesus grabbed^[b] his sword, drew it out, and struck the high priest’s slave,^[c] cutting off his ear.

Matthew 26:51 tn Grk “And behold one.” The Greek word ἰδού (idou) has not been translated because it has no exact English equivalent here, but adds interest and emphasis (BDAG 468 s.v. 1).
Matthew 26:51 tn Grk “extending his hand, drew out his sword, and struck.” Because rapid motion is implied in the circumstances, the translation “grabbed” was used.
Matthew 26:51 tn See the note on the word “slave” in 8:9.

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