King James Bible
"I speak not of you all: I know whom I have chosen: but that the scripture may be fulfilled, He that eateth bread with me hath lifted up his heel against me."
Jesus clarifies that his previous promises don't apply to every disciple, revealing divine foreknowledge of Judas's betrayal. The phrase emphasizes Jesus's sovereign choice of the Twelve, including the betrayer, demonstrating that even treachery falls within God's redemptive plan. This transitional phrase frames the coming betrayal as prophetic fulfillment rather than divine failure. It underscores how Jesus's suffering accomplishes God's predetermined purposes, connecting his passion to Old Testament prophecy. Quoting Psalm 41:9, Jesus identifies his betrayer as an intimate companion who shares his table—a profound violation of ancient Near Eastern hospitality codes. The imagery of 'lifting the heel' suggests a horse's kick, depicting betrayal as both violent and contemptuous despite the sacred bond of shared meals.