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No entry exists in Forerunner Commentary for Matthew 26:47.
Matthew 26:46-50
Excerpted from: Judas IscariotYou see, he is still saying rabbi. He still just sees Him as a teacher. He does not see Him as God.
Why a kiss? Jesus was betrayed with a sign of affection, with a sign of love, with a sign of compassion. You see, at that time a kiss on the cheek was a common greeting, but it was a sign of respect, honor, and brotherly love.
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