In John 13:2, the devil's influence on Judas explains the betrayal behind the arrest scene here.

In John 13:27-30, Judas leaves the supper at night, setting the stage for this arrest party.

In John 7:32, the chief priests and Pharisees earlier sent officers to arrest Jesus, showing a failed attempt that led to this final arrest.

Matthew 26:47 describes the same arrival of Judas with a crowd from the chief priests.

In Matthew 26:55, Jesus contrasts their secret arrest with his public teaching — a reaction to the armed crowd here.

Mark 14:43 gives the parallel account of Judas arriving with a crowd bearing swords and clubs.

In Mark 14:44, the prearranged kiss signal explains how Judas identified Jesus for the arrest.

Mark 14:48 records Jesus' question about the armed mob, connecting to the crowd described here.

Luke 22:47-53 narrates the betrayal kiss and Jesus' healing of the ear, expanding on this arrest scene.

Psalm 55:12 laments betrayal by a close friend—directly prefiguring Judas, who leads the arresting party in John 18:3.

Matthew 27:3 shows Judas later remorseful—the same betrayer from John 18:3 faces the consequences of his actions.

In Acts 4:1, the same authorities (priests, captain of the temple) arrest Peter and John, mirroring the opposition Jesus faced.