I've always wondered, is this a large amount of money? Did Judas betray Jesus just for the money, or did the authorities give it to him for his assistance.

What is the significance of this in the story?

Thanks.

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quote:Originally posted by Issue313:

I've always wondered, is this a large amount of money? Did Judas betray Jesus just for the money, or did the authorities give it to him for his assistance.

What is the significance of this in the story?

Thanks.

No it wasn't very much money, even in those days. That's what makes it all the worse. As far as his motivations, it seems that Judas was going through a spiritual battle. He came to the Chief Priests and asked them what he would get in return for handing him over. The narrative seems to indicate that Judas confronted the Scribes, rather than the Scribes confronting Judas.

I think it must have been a nice sum. Thirty pieces of silver - not copper or bronze.

The reward could have been much higher or lower, depending on the effect the writers/editers wanted to give. Assuming it happpened at all.