LUKE—NOTE ON Luke 23:35 Luke contrasts the behavior of the Jewish crowds (the people stood by; compare v. Luke 23:48) and the Sanhedrin (but the rulers scoffed). The highest levels of Israel’s establishment seek one more opportunity to insult Jesus. He saved others; let him save himself. Compare Psalms 22:7. This is the first of three similar taunts (see Luke 23:37, Luke 23:39). Christ of God. Christ means “Messiah” or “Anointed One.”

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