But one of those who stood near drew his sword and struck the slave of the high priest, cutting off his ear. Then Jesus said to them, ‘Have you come out with swords and clubs to arrest me as though I were a bandit? Day after day I was with you in the temple teaching, and you did not arrest me. But let the scriptures be fulfilled.’ All of them deserted him and fled. (Mark 14: 47-50)

Only John identifies Peter as the one who drew his sword. Only Luke tells us that Jesus healed the slaves ear. The scene and dialogue is just a bit different in each of the gospels.

But all the gospels agree that Jesus insisted on avoiding further violence. Each of the gospels tell us that Jesus perceived this was the time to fulfill God's intent.

When they could not fight, the disciples ran away. Fight or flee is our instinct. Jesus demonstrates there are other options.

Above is a detail from Francisco Goya's Saturn Devouring His Son.