Luke 23:23

"He said to them the third time, “Why? What evil has this man done? I have found no capital crime in him. I will therefore chastise him and release him.”"

Key Reflection

Jesus' repetition of his intention to release Jesus, despite the crowd's insistence, underscores his conviction that there was no just cause for the death sentence. This act highlights Jesus' commitment to justice and foreshadows the unjust judgment he would soon face.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 23-25. See Barnes "Mt 27:26" {u} "were instant" Ps 22:12; Lu 23:5 __________________________________________________________________

Related Verses

Matthew 27:26
Psalms 22:12
Luke 23:5

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