The writers’ creative choices underscore a timeless lesson: Proximity to Jesus is not the same as transformation by Jesus. Judas walked closely with Christ but never surrendered his own ambitions.
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A Sobering Reminder for Viewers
In the end, the answer to “Who betrayed Jesus?” is simple: Judas Iscariot. But “The Chosen” invites viewers to wrestle with how ambition, disillusionment, and misplaced expectations can lead a person away from the truth.
Judas’ arc is not just a historical tragedy; it’s a warning for every disciple. Faith that admires Jesus without surrendering to him will not endure. “The Chosen” makes this clear: Only by truly knowing Christ can a person experience the transformation that prevents betrayal.
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