Mark 15:24

King James Version:

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And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments, casting lots upon them, what every man should take.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Then they nailed him to the execution-stake; and they divided his clothes among themselves, throwing dice to determine what each man should get.

Berean Standard Bible:

And they crucified Him. They also divided His garments by casting lots to decide what each of them would take.

American Standard Version:

And they crucify him, and part his garments among them, casting lots upon them, what each should take.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532} when they had crucified^{G4717} him^{G846}, they parted^{G1266} his^{G846} garments^{G2440}, casting^{G906} lots^{G2819} upon^{G1909} them^{G846}, what^{G5101} every man^{G5101} should take^{G142}.

Cross-References (KJV):

John 19:23

Then the soldiers, when they had crucified Jesus, took his garments, and made four parts, to every soldier a part; and also [his] coat: now the coat was without seam, woven from the top throughout.

John 19:24

They said therefore among themselves, Let us not rend it, but cast lots for it, whose it shall be: that the scripture might be fulfilled, which saith, They parted my raiment among them, and for my vesture they did cast lots. These things therefore the soldiers did.

Luke 23:34

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

Isaiah 53:4

¶ Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted.

Isaiah 53:8

He was taken from prison and from judgment: and who shall declare his generation? for he was cut off out of the land of the living: for the transgression of my people was he stricken.

Matthew 27:35

And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, They parted my garments among them, and upon my vesture did they cast lots.

Matthew 27:36

And sitting down they watched him there;

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Commentary for Mark 15:24

Mark 15:24 recounts a specific moment during the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, a pivotal event in Christian theology and history. The verse describes the soldiers dividing Jesus' garments among themselves by casting lots, which was a common method of decision-making in the ancient world, akin to rolling dice or drawing straws. This act is significant for several reasons:

1. **Fulfillment of Prophecy**: The division of Jesus' clothes by casting lots is seen as a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, specifically Psalm 22:18, which foretells, "They divide my garments among them and cast lots for my clothing." This connection underscores a theme in the Gospel of Mark, where the events of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection are portrayed as the fulfillment of Scripture.

2. **Historical Context**: Crucifixion was a form of capital punishment used by the Roman Empire for non-Roman citizens, particularly for slaves, rebels, and the most notorious criminals. It was designed to be a public, prolonged, and painful death. The soldiers' actions in dividing the victim's belongings were part of the crucifixion process, as Roman soldiers were known to take the personal effects of those they executed.

3. **Theological Significance**: Theologically, the soldiers' gambling for Jesus' garments highlights the contrast between their casual disregard for human life and dignity and the immense significance of Jesus' sacrifice. While they treat His clothes as mere spoils, the act unknowingly confirms the divine plan of redemption.

4. **Humiliation and Suffering**: The act of stripping a person naked and dividing their clothing was part of the humiliation associated with crucifixion. It emphasizes the depth of Jesus' suffering and His complete identification with humanity, even in the most debased conditions.

5. **Irony**: There is a profound irony in the soldiers gambling for Jesus' seamless tunic, which is mentioned in the parallel account in John 19:23-24. While they vie for His earthly possessions, unbeknownst to them, they are in the presence of the Son of God whose kingdom extends beyond the material.

In summary, Mark 15:24 not only reflects the brutality and injustice of Jesus' crucifixion but also serves as a narrative device to connect the events of the Gospel to Old Testament prophecy, thereby reinforcing the belief in Jesus as the Messiah and the truthfulness of Scripture. This verse encapsulates the convergence of human cruelty with divine purpose, a theme central to the Christian understanding of the Passion narrative.

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
Strong's Number: G4717
There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: σταυρόω
Transliteration: stauróō
Pronunciation: stow-ro'-o
Description: from σταυρός; to impale on the cross; figuratively, to extinguish (subdue) passion or selfishness:--crucify.
Strong's Number: G846
There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αὐτός
Transliteration: autós
Pronunciation: ow-tos'
Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
Strong's Number: G1266
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: διαμερίζω
Transliteration: diamerízō
Pronunciation: dee-am-er-id'-zo
Description: from διά and μερίζω; to partition thoroughly (literally in distribution, figuratively in dissension):--cloven, divide, part.
Strong's Number: G2440
There are 59 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἱμάτιον
Transliteration: himátion
Pronunciation: him-at'-ee-on
Description: neuter of a presumed derivative of ennumi (to put on); a dress (inner or outer):--apparel, cloke, clothes, garment, raiment, robe, vesture.
Strong's Number: G906
There are 107 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: βάλλω
Transliteration: bállō
Pronunciation: bal'-lo
Description: a primary verb; to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense):--arise, cast (out), X dung, lay, lie, pour, put (up), send, strike, throw (down), thrust. Compare ῥίπτω.
Strong's Number: G2819
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κλῆρος
Transliteration: klēros
Pronunciation: klay'-ros
Description: probably from κλάω (through the idea of using bits of wood, etc., for the purpose; a die (for drawing chances); by implication, a portion (as if so secured); by extension, an acquisition (especially a patrimony, figuratively):--heritage, inheritance, lot, part.
Strong's Number: G1909
There are 790 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπί
Transliteration: epí
Pronunciation: ep-ee'
Description: a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with the dative case) at, on, etc.; of direction (with the accusative case) towards, upon, etc.:--about (the times), above, after, against, among, as long as (touching), at, beside, X have charge of, (be-, (where-))fore, in (a place, as much as, the time of, -to), (because) of, (up-)on (behalf of), over, (by, for) the space of, through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), with. In compounds it retains essentially the same import, at, upon, etc. (literally or figuratively).
Strong's Number: G5101
There are 483 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: τίς
Transliteration: tís
Pronunciation: tis
Description: probably emphatic of τὶς; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions):--every man, how (much), + no(-ne, thing), what (manner, thing), where (-by, -fore, -of, -unto, - with, -withal), whether, which, who(-m, -se), why.
Strong's Number: G142
There are 168 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αἴρω
Transliteration: aírō
Pronunciation: ah'-ee-ro
Description: a primary root; to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor); by Hebraism (compare נָשָׂא) to expiate sin:--away with, bear (up), carry, lift up, loose, make to doubt, put away, remove, take (away, up).

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