John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Mark 14:1-72
The Last Supper. Arrest and Trial of Jesus1, 2. A council of the Priests against Jesus (Matthew 26:1; Luke 22:1). See on Mt.3-9. The anointing at Bethany (Matthew 26:6; John 12:1). See on Mt and Jn.10, 11. Judas betrays Jesus (Matthew 26:14; Luke 22:3). See on Mt.12-16. Preparations for the Last Supper (Matthew 26:17; Luke 22:7). See on Mt.17-26. The Last Supper (Matthew 26:20; Luke 22:14; John 13-17; 1 Corinthians 11:23). See on Mt, Lk, Jn, 1 Cor.24. The new testament] RV ’the covenant.’ RM... read more
Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Mark 14:47
Perhaps shame led Mark to conceal the fact that it was Peter who cut off Malchus’ ear, evidently in a misdirected attempt to cut off his head (cf. John 18:10). Peter’s lack of prayer resulted in a lack of poise that contrasts sharply with Jesus’ behavior. He had not only boasted too much (Mark 14:29; Mark 14:31) and prayed too little (Mark 14:37; Mark 14:40-41), but he also acted too violently. read more