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Luke 23:33 Meaning

And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left.

Context Explained

31For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry?

32And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death.

33And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left.

34Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

35And the people stood beholding. And the rulers also with them derided him, saying, He saved others; let him save himself, if he be Christ, the chosen of God.

Key Themes

crucifixionsacrificefulfillment

Related Cross References

  • Matthew 27:35

    Matthew's account also describes the crucifixion.

  • Mark 15:24

    Mark similarly recounts the event of the crucifixion.

Source: Luke 23:33