Mark 15:21-32
“And they compel one Simon a Cyrenian, who passed by, coming out of the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to bear his cross. And they bring him unto the place Golgotha, which is, being interpreted, The place of a skull. And they gave him to drink wine mingled with myrrh: but he received it not. And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments, casting lots upon them, what every man should take. And it was the third hour, and they crucified him. And the superscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS. And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left. And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was numbered with the transgressors. And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, Save thyself, and come down from the cross. Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save. Let Christ the King of Israel descend now from the cross, that we may see and believe. And they that were crucified with him reviled him.”

What does Mark 15:21-32 mean?
Mark 15:21-32 (KJV) 21 And they compel one Simon a Cyrenian, who passed by, coming out of the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to bear his cross. 22 And they bring him unto the place Golgotha, which is, being interpreted, The place of a skull. 23 And they gave him to…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Mockery of the Cross: A Reflection on Mark 15:21-32
As we take a moment to meditate on the events surrounding the crucifixion of Jesus, particularly in Mark 15:21-32, we are confronted with the profound reality of mockery and scorn amidst the pinnacle of sacrifice. These verses reveal a scene that is both tragic and…
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O Sovereign Lord, Creator of heaven and earth, our hearts gather to You in humility as we reflect upon the bitter agony and the profound mockery that Your Son, our Savior Jesus Christ, faced while upon the cross. We come before You in reverence, understanding the depths of His…
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