Matthew 26:58
Matthew 26:58 Meaning and Explanation
“But Peter followed him afar off unto the high priest’s palace, and went in, and sat with the servants, to see the end.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →Peter follows at a distance and sits among the servants in the courtyard to see the end.
What Does Matthew 26:58 Mean?
Peter, alone among the scattered, trails the arrest party at a distance and slips into the courtyard of the high priest, sitting among the servants to see the end.
Following afar off is the posture of a torn heart -- too loving to leave, too afraid to draw near. Courage brought Peter to the courtyard; fear will keep him anonymous in it. Many a disciple since has known that middle distance, close enough to watch Jesus, far enough to deny Him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Matthew 26:58
What does Matthew 26:58 mean?
Peter follows at a distance and sits among the servants in the courtyard to see the end.