judas

Everyday

1. (Bible) Judas Iscariot was one of Jesus' twelve disciples who betrayed him to the authorities for thirty pieces of silver, giving him away with a kiss. tree →
2. A Judas is anyone who betrays a friend; it is a strong insult. tree →
3. (Bible) Another disciple, Jude (Judas son of James), had the same name but was faithful. tree →

In the lessons

In Easter lessons the story of Judas shows betrayal and regret: he later felt terrible about what he had done. In everyday speech "a Judas kiss" means a show of friendship that hides betrayal. Phrases: Judas Iscariot, a Judas kiss, thirty pieces of silver, you Judas!

Examples

• Judas betrayed Jesus with a kiss in the garden. tree →
• Judas was paid thirty pieces of silver. tree →
• Peter denied Jesus, but Judas betrayed him. tree →
• "You Judas!" shouted Sam when his friend told the secret. tree →
• After the betrayal, Judas was full of sorrow. tree →
• The traitor's handshake was a Judas kiss. tree →

Note

Capital J. Calling someone "a Judas" is a strong, hurtful insult. The input is lower case, but in texts it is a name. Many Jewish names come from Judah; do not use "Judas" against any group.