Luke 23:34

But Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Then they cast lots to divide his garments.

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Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

In Context

33When they came to the place called the Skull, the soldiers crucified him there along with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left.

35The people stood there looking on, and the rulers who were with them ridiculed him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Christ, the Chosen One of God.”

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Cross References

Matthew 11:25At that time Jesus said, “I praise yoʋ, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because yoʋ have hidden these things from the wise and intelligent, and revealed them to infants.

Mark 15:24And they crucified him. Then they divided his garments, casting lots for them to see who would take what.

Luke 12:47That servant who knew his master's will, but did not prepare himself or act according to his will, will be beaten with many lashes.

John 15:22If I had not come and spoken to them, they would have no sin, but now they have no excuse for their sin.

Matthew Henry on Luke 23:33-44

The Crucifixion. 32 And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. 33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. 34 Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots. 35 And the people stood beholding. And the rulers also with them derided him, saying, He saved others; let him save himself, if he be Christ,… Read the whole commentary →

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