Topical Encyclopedia In the New Testament, Judas Iscariot is a prominent figure associated with false repentance. As one of the twelve apostles, Judas is infamously known for betraying Jesus Christ, an act that led to Jesus' arrest and crucifixion. The account of Judas' actions and subsequent remorse is found in the Gospels, particularly in the Gospel of Matthew.Betrayal and Remorse Judas' betrayal is a pivotal event in the Passion narrative. He agreed to betray Jesus to the chief priests for thirty pieces of silver (Matthew 26:14-16). This act of treachery was premeditated and executed with a kiss, a sign of identification, in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:47-49). Following the arrest of Jesus, Judas experienced a profound sense of regret. Matthew 27:3-4 states, "When Judas, who had betrayed Him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was filled with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders. 'I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,' he said." This acknowledgment of sin indicates an awareness of wrongdoing, yet it falls short of true repentance. False Repentance Judas' actions after his betrayal highlight the nature of false repentance. Despite his remorse, Judas did not seek forgiveness from God or reconciliation with Jesus. Instead, he attempted to absolve his guilt by returning the blood money, an act that the chief priests dismissed, stating, "What is that to us? You bear the responsibility" (Matthew 27:4). This response underscores the futility of Judas' attempt to rectify his sin through human means. The culmination of Judas' false repentance is his tragic end. Overwhelmed by guilt and despair, Judas took his own life by hanging (Matthew 27:5). His suicide is a stark contrast to the transformative power of genuine repentance, which leads to forgiveness and restoration. Theological Implications Judas' account serves as a cautionary tale about the difference between remorse and true repentance. While remorse involves a recognition of sin and its consequences, true repentance requires a turning away from sin and a turning toward God. It involves a heartfelt confession and a desire for reconciliation with God, as seen in the lives of other biblical figures like King David and the Apostle Peter. Judas' failure to seek divine forgiveness and his reliance on self-directed actions illustrate the insufficiency of human efforts to atone for sin. His account emphasizes the necessity of seeking God's mercy and grace through Jesus Christ, the only source of true redemption and forgiveness. Torrey's Topical Textbook Matthew 27:3-5Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw that he was condemned, repented himself, and brought again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders, Torrey's Topical Textbook Library "In Remembrance of Me" Judas' Betrayal and Peter's Denial Foretold. In the Next Place, that He was Betrayed by those whom He Called ... Repentance unto Life Repentance Judas Judas. Psalm LVI. Article xii (V): of Repentance. Repentance and Restitution. Resources How to repent'what does the Bible say? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean that God is not willing for any to perish, but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9)? | GotQuestions.org What does it mean that today is the day of salvation? | GotQuestions.org Repentance: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Repentance by the Operation of the Holy Spirit Repentance by the Preaching of Haggai Repentance by the Preaching of Oded Repentance in Asking for a King Repentance in the Time of Asa, by the Preaching of Azariah Repentance of Their Idolatry, when Afflicted by the Philistines Repentance of Worshiping the Golden Calf Repentance: Achan, Because of his Theft Repentance: After Hearing the Law Expounded by Ezra Repentance: Ahab, when Reproved by Elijah for Ahab's Idolatry Repentance: At the Dedication of the Second Temple Repentance: Balaam, of his Spiritual Blindness Repentance: Because of Their Idolatrous Marriages Repentance: Because of Their Oppressive Usury Repentance: Called Repentance to Life Repentance: Called Repentance to Salvation Repentance: Christ Came to Call Sinners To Repentance: Christ Exalted to Give Repentance: Commanded by Christ Repentance: Commanded to all by God Repentance: Condition of God's Favor Repentance: Conviction of Sin Necessary To Repentance: Danger of Neglecting Repentance: David, at the Rebuke of Nathan, for his Sins of Adultery and Murder Repentance: Denied to Apostates Repentance: Hezekiah, at the Time of his Sickness Repentance: Illustrated: The Prodigal Son Repentance: Illustrated: The Repentant Son Repentance: Jonah, After his Punishment Repentance: Joseph's Brothers, of Their Maltreatment of Joseph Repentance: Josiah, when he Heard the Law of God Which had been Discovered in the Temple by Hilkiah Repentance: Manasseh, when he Was Carried Away Captive to Babylon by the King of Assyria Repentance: Ministers should Rejoice Over Their People on Their Repentance: Necessary to the Pardon of Sin Repentance: Neglect of, Followed by Swift Judgment Repentance: Not to be Repented of Repentance: Peter, Because of his Denial of Jesus Repentance: Pharaoh, of his Hardness of Heart Repentance: Preached by Christ Repentance: Preached by John the Baptist Repentance: Preached by the Apostles Repentance: Preached in the Name of Christ Repentance: Rehoboam, when his Kingdom Was Invaded, and Jerusalem Was Besieged Repentance: Repentance of Their Complaining Because of Lack of Bread and Water Repentance: Saul, at the Rebuke of Samuel for not Destroying the Amalekites Repentance: should be Accompanied by Confession Repentance: should be Accompanied by Conversion Repentance: should be Accompanied by Faith Repentance: should be Accompanied by Greater Zeal in the Path of Duty Repentance: should be Accompanied by Humility Repentance: should be Accompanied by Prayer Repentance: should be Accompanied by Self-Abhorrence Repentance: should be Accompanied by Shame and Confusion Repentance: should be Accompanied by Turning from Idolatry Repentance: should be Accompanied by Turning from Sin Repentance: should be Evidenced by Fruits Repentance: The Burden of the Preaching of Jesus Repentance: The Burden of the Preaching of John the Baptist Repentance: The Disobedient Son Repentance: The Ephesians, by the Preaching of Paul Repentance: The Jews, by the Preaching of John the Baptist Repentance: The Ninevites, by the Preaching of Jonah Repentance: The Present Time the Season For Repentance: The Wicked: Averse To Repentance: The Wicked: Condemned for Neglecting Repentance: The Wicked: Neglect the Time Given For Repentance: The Wicked: Not Led to by the Judgments of God Repentance: The Wicked: Not Led To, by Miraculous Interference Repentance: The Woman Who Anointed Jesus With Oil Repentance: There is Joy in Heaven Over One Sinner Brought To Repentance: True: Thief on the Cross Repentance: Unavailing: To Esau Repentance: Unavailing: To Israel Repentance: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Repentance: Under the Influence of Hezekiah Repentance: we should be Led To, by Godly Sorrow Works Repentance: we should be Led To, by The Chastisements of God Repentance: we should be Led To, by The Goodness of God Repentance: we should be Led To, by The Patience of God Repentance: when Rebuked by an Angel for not Expelling the Canaanites Repentance: when Reproved by the Prophet Micah Related Terms Long-suffering (23 Occurrences) |
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