Luke 22:48

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But Jesus said unto him, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss?

Joab said to Amasa, “Is it well with you, my brother?” And Joab took Amasa by the beard with his right hand to kiss him.

His speech was smoother than butter,
But his heart was war;
His words were softer than oil,
Yet they were drawn swords.

Faithful are the wounds of a friend,
But deceitful are the kisses of an enemy.

Now he who was betraying Him gave them a sign, saying, “Whomever I kiss, He is the one; seize Him.”

Now he who was betraying Him had given them a signal, saying, “Whomever I kiss, He is the one; seize Him and lead Him away under guard.”