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How do we know Jesus prayed in agony in the garden?

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The Gospels explicitly reveal Jesus' prayer and emotional distress in the garden, especially in Luke 22:44 where He is described as being in agony.

All four Gospels provide accounts of Jesus' prayers in the garden, with Luke's Gospel offering unique details such as the arrival of an angel to strengthen Him (Luke 22:43) and the description of His sweat as drops of blood (Luke 22:44). This portrayal points to an extraordinary spiritual battle Jesus faced as He anticipated the coming shame and suffering of the cross. Furthermore, Hebrews 5:7-9 speaks to Jesus offering prayers and supplications with strong cries and tears, showcasing not only His physical distress but also His emotional and spiritual commitment. His agonized prayer illustrates the complexity of His dual nature as fully God and fully man, confronting the impending consequences of His sacrificial death.
Scripture References: Luke 22:43-44; Hebrews 5:7-9

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