The disciples were anxious that Judas should become one of their number. He was of commanding appearance, a man of keen discernment and executive ability, and they commended him to Jesus as one who would greatly assist Him in His work. They were surprised that Jesus received him so coolly.

Disciplene ønskede meget, at Judas skulle være med i deres kreds. Han havde en respektindgydenede fremtræden og var en handledygtig mand med en skarp dømmekraft, og de anbefalede ham til Jesus som en mand, der ville være ham til stor hjælp i arbejdet. De var overraskede over, at Jesus modtog ham så køligt.