Jesus warned his apostles to return to their homes in peace if they were not willing to drink with him the cup that was being prepared. [1]
When Jesus prayed he said: “Father, I know it is possible to avoid this cup—all things are possible with you—but I have come to do your will, and while this is a bitter cup, I would drink it if it is your will”. [2]
Jesus complained about Pharisees: “Woe upon you, scribes, Pharisees, and hypocrites! for you are scrupulous to cleanse the outside of the cup and the platter, but within there remains the filth of extortion, excesses, and deception”. [3]