Luke 23:32
Luke 23:32 in Multiple Translations
Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus.
And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death.
And there were also two others, malefactors, led with him to be put to death.
And two others, evil-doers, were taken with him to be put to death.
They also took two others who were criminals to be executed with him.
And there were two others, which were euill doers, led with him to be slaine.
And there were also others — two evil-doers — with him, to be put to death;
There were also others, two criminals, led with him to be put to death.
And two others, who were malefactors, were led with him to be put to death.
And there were also two other malefactors led with him to be put to death.
Two other men who were criminals were also being led away {The soldiers also led away two other men who were criminals}. They were going to be executed {The soldiers were going to execute them} with Jesus.
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Greek Word Reference — Luke 23:32
Study Notes — Luke 23:32
- Context
- Cross References
- Luke 23:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 23:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 23:32
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 23:32
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 23:32
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 23:32
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 23:32
- Barnes' Notes on Luke 23:32
- Sermons on Luke 23:32
Context — The Crucifixion
32Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus.
33When they came to the place called The Skull, they crucified Him there, along with the criminals, one on His right and the other on His left. 34Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up His garments by casting lots.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Mark 15:27 | Along with Jesus, they crucified two robbers, one on His right and one on His left. |
| 2 | Isaiah 53:12 | Therefore I will allot Him a portion with the great, and He will divide the spoils with the strong, because He has poured out His life unto death, and He was numbered with the transgressors. Yet He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors. |
| 3 | Matthew 27:38 | Two robbers were crucified with Him, one on His right hand and the other on His left. |
| 4 | John 19:18 | There they crucified Him, and with Him two others, one on each side, with Jesus in the middle. |
| 5 | Hebrews 12:2 | Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. |
| 6 | Luke 22:37 | For I tell you that this Scripture must be fulfilled in Me: ‘And He was numbered with the transgressors.’ For what is written about Me is reaching its fulfillment.” |
Luke 23:32 Summary
This verse tells us that two criminals were led away to be crucified with Jesus, which was a way to shame and humiliate Him. However, even in this difficult situation, Jesus remained humble and willing to identify with sinners, as seen in Matthew 9:10-13. This event fulfills the prophecy in Isaiah 53:12 and highlights Jesus' love and mercy for all people, as described in John 3:16 and Romans 5:8. By considering this verse, we can gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' sacrifice and mission to save humanity, as described in 1 Timothy 1:15 and Luke 19:10.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were two criminals crucified with Jesus?
The two criminals were crucified with Jesus as a way to further humiliate and shame Him, as they were being punished for their crimes, while Jesus was innocent, as stated in Luke 23:41 and confirmed by Pontius Pilate in Luke 23:4 and Luke 23:14-16.
What can we learn from the fact that Jesus was crucified with criminals?
This event fulfills the prophecy in Isaiah 53:12, which says that Jesus would be numbered with the transgressors, and it also highlights the depth of Jesus' humility and willingness to identify with sinners, as seen in Matthew 9:10-13 and Mark 2:15-17.
How does this verse relate to the events leading up to the crucifixion?
This verse is a continuation of the events described in Luke 23:26-31, where Jesus is led away to be crucified, and it sets the stage for the crucifixion scene in Luke 23:33-34, where Jesus prays for the forgiveness of those who are crucifying Him, as seen in Luke 23:34 and Acts 7:60.
What is the significance of the location where Jesus was crucified?
The location, known as The Skull, or Golgotha in Aramaic, was likely a place of public execution, and it is mentioned in Luke 23:33, Matthew 27:33, and John 19:17, and it serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of crucifixion and the sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity, as described in John 19:16-22 and Hebrews 13:12-13.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be 'numbered with the transgressors' as Jesus was, and how can we apply this concept to our own lives as followers of Christ?
- How can we, like Jesus, demonstrate humility and a willingness to identify with those who are marginalized or ostracized, as seen in Luke 15:1-2 and Matthew 25:31-46?
- What can we learn from the contrast between the criminals who were crucified with Jesus and Jesus Himself, who was innocent and sinless, as highlighted in 2 Corinthians 5:21 and Hebrews 4:15?
- How does the fact that Jesus was crucified with criminals affect our understanding of His mission and purpose, as described in Luke 19:10 and 1 Timothy 1:15?
- What does this verse reveal about the nature of God's love and mercy, as seen in Romans 5:8 and 1 John 4:9-10?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 23:32
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 23:32
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 23:32
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 23:32
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 23:32
Cambridge Bible on Luke 23:32
Barnes' Notes on Luke 23:32
Sermons on Luke 23:32
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The Fear of the Lord and the Cross of Christ by William Carrol | In this sermon, the preacher begins by reading from Luke 23:32, where Jesus is crucified between two criminals. He challenges the common belief that a deathbed conversion is the on |
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4) the Wisdom of Forgiveness (Kannada) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the unique message of Jesus, who came not for the righteous but for sinners to call them to repentance. It explores the depth of Jesus' compassion and forgiv |
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The Way of Suffering: Revisiting the Stations of the Cross by Robert E. Webber | Robert E. Webber preaches on the traditional devotional practice of the Stations of the Cross, where believers meditate on the final events of Jesus' earthly life from Pilate's hou |
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The Three Prayers (Part 5) by Ron Bailey | In this sermon, the focus is on Jesus' words and actions during his crucifixion. The speaker highlights how Jesus' attention was on others, even in his own suffering. Jesus asks Go |
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Intercession - Part 1 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the preacher discusses four important aspects of Jesus' sacrifice. Firstly, Jesus poured out his soul unto death by shedding every drop of his blood, as the scriptu |
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(Titus - Part 4): In Hope of Eternal Life Ii by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher begins by emphasizing the importance of family night and invites everyone to attend. He then focuses on a passage from the book of Titus, where Paul de |
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Israel on the Road to Calvary by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the coming together of the remnant of Israel and the remnant of the church in the last days. He highlights the stages set for Israel's collaps |







