THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Matthew 27:34 in context
Matthew 27:31–37
31
When they had mocked him, they took the robe off him, and put his clothes on him, and led him away to crucify him.
32
As they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name, and they compelled him to go with them, that he might carry his cross.
33
When they came to a place called “Golgotha”, that is to say, “The place of a skull,”
35
When they had crucified him, they divided his clothing among them, casting lots,
36
and they sat and watched him there.
37
They set up over his head the accusation against him written, “THIS IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS.”
Source notes
Notes from World English Bible Updated
- or, vinegar
- Gall is a bitter-tasting, dark green oil from a wormwood plant that is alcoholic in its effect.
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