Luke 22:63
Luke 22:63 in Multiple Translations
The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him.
¶ And the men that held Jesus mocked him, and smote him.
And the men that held Jesus mocked him, and beat him.
And the men in whose hands Jesus was, made sport of him and gave him blows.
The men guarding Jesus began to mock him and beat him.
And the men that helde Iesus, mocked him, and strooke him.
And the men who were holding Jesus were mocking him, beating [him];
The men who held Jesus mocked him and beat him.
And the men that held Jesus, mocked him, and smote him .
And the men that held him, mocked him, and struck him.
The men who were guarding Jesus made fun of him and beat him.
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- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 22:63
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 22:63
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- Sermons on Luke 22:63
Context — The Soldiers Mock Jesus
63The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him.
64They blindfolded Him and kept demanding, “Prophesy! Who hit You?” 65And they said many other blasphemous things against Him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 18:22 | When Jesus had said this, one of the officers standing nearby slapped Him in the face and said, “Is this how You answer the high priest?” |
| 2 | Mark 14:55–65 | Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking testimony against Jesus to put Him to death, but they did not find any. For many bore false witness against Jesus, but their testimony was inconsistent. Then some men stood up and testified falsely against Him: “We heard Him say, ‘I will destroy this man-made temple, and in three days I will build another that is made without hands.’” But even their testimony was inconsistent. So the high priest stood up before them and questioned Jesus, “Have You no answer? What are these men testifying against You?” But Jesus remained silent and made no reply. Again the high priest questioned Him, “Are You the Christ, the Son of the Blessed One?” “I am,” said Jesus, “and you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of Power and coming with the clouds of heaven.” At this, the high priest tore his clothes and declared, “Why do we need any more witnesses? You have heard the blasphemy. What is your verdict?” And they all condemned Him as deserving of death. Then some of them began to spit on Him. They blindfolded Him, struck Him with their fists, and said to Him, “Prophesy!” And the officers received Him with slaps in His face. |
| 3 | Job 16:9–10 | His anger has torn me and opposed me; He gnashes His teeth at me. My adversary pierces me with His eyes. They open their mouths against me and strike my cheeks with contempt; they join together against me. |
| 4 | Isaiah 49:7 | Thus says the LORD, the Redeemer and Holy One of Israel, to Him who was despised and abhorred by the nation, to the Servant of rulers: “Kings will see You and rise, and princes will bow down, because of the LORD, who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, who has chosen You.” |
| 5 | Job 30:9–14 | And now they mock me in song; I have become a byword among them. They abhor me and keep far from me; they do not hesitate to spit in my face. Because God has unstrung my bow and afflicted me, they have cast off restraint in my presence. The rabble arises at my right; they lay snares for my feet and build siege ramps against me. They tear up my path; they profit from my destruction, with no one to restrain them. They advance as through a wide breach; through the ruins they keep rolling in. |
| 6 | Isaiah 52:14 | Just as many were appalled at Him — His appearance was disfigured beyond that of any man, and His form was marred beyond human likeness— |
| 7 | Psalms 35:25 | Let them not say in their hearts, “Aha, just what we wanted!” Let them not say, “We have swallowed him up!” |
| 8 | Mark 15:16–20 | Then the soldiers led Jesus away into the palace (that is, the Praetorium) and called the whole company together. They dressed Him in a purple robe, twisted together a crown of thorns, and set it on His head. And they began to salute Him: “Hail, King of the Jews!” They kept striking His head with a staff and spitting on Him. And they knelt down and bowed before Him. After they had mocked Him, they removed the purple robe and put His own clothes back on Him. Then they led Him out to crucify Him. |
| 9 | Psalms 22:6–7 | But I am a worm and not a man, scorned by men and despised by the people. All who see me mock me; they sneer and shake their heads: |
| 10 | Isaiah 53:3 | He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. |
Luke 22:63 Summary
[The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him, which shows us the depth of human sinfulness and the hatred that people can have for God and His messengers, as seen in John 15:18-20. Jesus suffered this treatment willingly, as part of God's plan to save humanity from sin, as described in Isaiah 53:5 and Romans 5:8. This verse reminds us that following Jesus may involve suffering, but we can trust that God is with us and will bring us through it, as promised in Hebrews 13:5-6. By looking to Jesus' example, we can learn to respond to hardship with patience, trust, and love, rather than anger or retaliation.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the men holding Jesus begin to mock and beat Him?
The men holding Jesus began to mock and beat Him because they were filled with hatred and contempt for Him, as seen in their actions described in Luke 22:63, and this behavior is also warned against in Proverbs 29:10, where it says that bloodthirsty men hate a man of integrity.
Is this treatment of Jesus surprising given the context of the Gospel of Luke?
No, this treatment is not surprising because Jesus had already predicted that He would suffer at the hands of men, as seen in Luke 9:22 and Luke 18:31-34, where He foretells His own death and resurrection.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible's teaching on the nature of humanity?
This verse highlights the sinful nature of humanity, as described in Romans 3:10-18, where it says that there is no one righteous, not even one, and that all have turned away from God, which is evident in the way Jesus was treated by the men holding Him.
What can we learn from Jesus' response to this mistreatment?
Although Luke 22:63 does not directly describe Jesus' response, we can look to other verses such as Isaiah 53:7 and 1 Peter 2:23, which tell us that Jesus did not retaliate or respond with anger, but instead entrusted Himself to God, demonstrating His remarkable patience and trust in the Father's plan.
Reflection Questions
- How would I respond if I were in Jesus' place, being mocked and beaten by those who do not understand me?
- What are some ways that I can identify with Jesus' suffering in my own life, and how can I trust God in the midst of those difficulties?
- In what ways can I demonstrate the same kind of patience and trust that Jesus showed, even when faced with opposition or hardship, as described in 1 Peter 2:20-21?
- How can I apply the lesson of Jesus' suffering to my interactions with others, especially those who may be treating me unfairly or with contempt?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 22:63
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 22:63
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 22:63
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 22:63
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 22:63
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 22:63
Cambridge Bible on Luke 22:63
Barnes' Notes on Luke 22:63
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 22:63
Sermons on Luke 22:63
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Jesus Before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin Mark 14:55-65 by R.A. Torrey | R.A. Torrey discusses the trial of Jesus before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin, emphasizing the slander and silence of Jesus amidst false accusations. The religious leaders sought to c |
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Rejection of Christ—a Common, and Most Unreasonable Iniquity by Samuel Davies | Samuel Davies preaches about the common sin of rejecting Jesus Christ, emphasizing the unsuitable reception of Christ and the gospel, which often hides under a cloak of religion. H |
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Metatron by Jacob Prasch | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the Messiahship of Jesus and how it can be proven to both Jewish and Gentile Christians. The speaker encourages the audience to share the vide |
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The Faces of Jesus by J. Oswald Sanders | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of catching a vision of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. This vision will ignite a lifelong zeal to make Jesus kn |
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Ger-16 Israel's Calvary Road by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being a demonstration and proclamation of God's word. They believe that their ability to speak coherently and logically is |
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The Arm of the Lord - Part 3 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker explores the reactions and judgments of both the Gentiles and Israel towards the servant of Jehovah. The world of men is silenced in awe of this servant |
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(Church Leadership) 14. the Way of the Cross by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of following Jesus and taking up the cross. He highlights how Jesus faced constant hostility and was willing to shed his blood |







