21 And while they were eating, he said, "Truly I tell you, one of you will betray me."
21 And as they did eat, he said, Verily I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me.
21 And as they were eating, he said, "Truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me."
21 During the meal, he said, "I have something hard but important to say to you: One of you is going to hand me over to the conspirators."
21 Now as they were eating, He said, "Assuredly, I say to you, one of you will betray Me."
21 While they were eating, he said, "I tell you the truth, one of you will betray me."
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Matthew 26:21
Commentary on Matthew 26:17-25
(Read Matthew 26:17-25)
Observe, the place for their eating the passover was pointed out by Christ to the disciples. He knows those hidden ones who favour his cause, and will graciously visit all who are willing to receive him. The disciples did as Jesus had appointed. Those who would have Christ's presence in the gospel passover, must do what he says. It well becomes the disciples of Christ always to be jealous over themselves, especially in trying times. We know not how strongly we may be tempted, nor how far God may leave us to ourselves, therefore we have reason not to be high-minded, but to fear. Heart-searching examination and fervent prayer are especially proper before the Lord's supper, that, as Christ our Passover is now sacrificed for us, we may keep this feast, renewing our repentance, our faith in his blood, and surrendering ourselves to his service.