How many Roman soldiers came to the garden to arrest Jesus?

Question:

How many Roman soldiers came to the garden to arrest Jesus?

Answer:

The Scriptures do not say.

"And while He was still speaking, behold, Judas, one of the twelve, with a great multitude with swords and clubs, came from the chief priests and elders of the people" (Matthew 26:47).

"And immediately, while He was still speaking, Judas, one of the twelve, with a great multitude with swords and clubs, came from the chief priests and the scribes and the elders" (Mark 14:43).

"And while He was still speaking, behold, a multitude; and he who was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them and drew near to Jesus to kiss Him" (Luke 22:47).

"Then Judas, having received a detachment of troops, and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees, came there with lanterns, torches, and weapons" (John 18:3).

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