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Luke 23 Summary
Trial, Crucifixion, and Burial
Jesus is brought before Pilate and accused of perverting the nation and forbidding tribute to Caesar. Pilate finds no fault but yields to the crowd's demand for crucifixion, releasing Barabbas instead. Jesus is crucified at Calvary between two malefactors; one mocks him while the other asks remembrance in the kingdom, to which Jesus promises he shall be with him that day in paradise. Darkness covers the earth, the veil of the temple is rent, and Jesus commends his spirit to God. A righteous counselor named Joseph buries Jesus in a hewn sepulcher.
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Key verses
Luke 23:34
“Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.”
Luke 23:42-43
“And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom.”
Luke 23:46
“And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit: and having said thus, he gave up the ghost.”
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