ISB ~ Matthew 26 v56

the Scriptures:A fulfillment of Zech 13:7, quoted earlier in 26:31.

• Jesus’ betrayal recalls the conspiracy against King David in 2 Sam 17. Judas Iscariot’s role in particular parallels the treachery of Ahithophel, who planned to seek out David at night (2 Sam 17:1; cf. Mt 26:31) when he was “weary and discouraged” (2 Sam 17:2), so that David’s companions would flee (cf. Mt 26:38, 56). He then prepared to “strike down the king only” (2 Sam 17:2; cf. Mt 26:31). When Ahithophel’s plans fell apart, he “hanged himself” (2 Sam 17:23; cf. Mt 27:5).