character
Judas
The ultimate betrayer.
Origin
Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve disciples, betrayed Jesus to the authorities for thirty pieces of silver, identifying him with a kiss. He later hanged himself. The name has been synonymous with betrayal in the West for two thousand years.
Modern usage
Used as both noun and accusation โ 'a Judas', 'don't be a Judas' โ for any traitor, especially one from inside the circle.
Tags
betrayal
traitor