Judas - Kiss

The event is recorded in the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) as the prearranged signal for Jesus' arrest.

Modern usage of the term highlights the specific cruelty of using intimacy as a weapon. Judas's Kiss (Matthew 26:48–49; Mark 14:45) Judas Kiss

: In first-century Israel, a kiss was a standard sign of respect, honor, and "brotherly love" between a student and a teacher. 🎭 Symbolic Meaning The event is recorded in the Synoptic Gospels

A "Judas Kiss" is a powerful metaphor for . It originates from the biblical account of Judas Iscariot identifying Jesus to soldiers with a kiss in the Garden of Gethsemane. ✝️ Biblical Origins 🎭 Symbolic Meaning A "Judas Kiss" is a

: Jesus famously replied, "Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?".

: He approached Jesus, saying "Greetings, Rabbi!" before kissing him.

: Judas told the authorities, "The one I kiss is the man; arrest him".