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“The Mocking and Scourging”· Matthew 27:26–31
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King James Version
And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews!
KJV (with Strong's)
And G2532 when they had platted G4120 a crown G4735 of G1537 thorns G173, they put G2007 it upon G1909 his G846 head G2776, and G2532 a reed G2563 in G1909 his G846 right hand G1188: and G2532 they bowed the knee G1120 before G1715 him G846, and mocked G1702 him G846, saying G3004, Hail G5463, King G935 of the Jews G2453!
Complete Jewish Bible
wove thorn-branches into a crown and put it on his head, and put a stick in his right hand. Then they kneeled down in front of him and made fun of him: "Hail to the King of the Jews!"
Berean Standard Bible
And they twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on His head. They put a staff in His right hand and knelt down before Him to mock Him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!”
American Standard Version
And they platted a crown of thorns and put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand; and they kneeled down before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews!
World English Bible Messianic
They braided a crown of thorns and put it on his head, and a reed in his right hand; and they kneeled down before him, and mocked him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!”
Geneva Bible (1599)
And platted a crowne of thornes, and put it vpon his head, and a reede in his right hand, and bowed their knees before him, and mocked him, saying, God saue thee King of the Iewes,
Young's Literal Translation
and having plaited him a crown out of thorns they put it on his head, and a reed in his right hand, and having kneeled before him, they were mocking him, saying, `Hail, the king of the Jews.'
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Or, The reed was a mystery signifying that before we believed we trusted in that reed of Egypt, or Babylon, or of some other kingdom opposed to God, which He took that He might triumph over it with the wood of the cross. With this reed they smite the head of Christ, because this kingdom ever beats against God the Father, who is the head of the Saviour.
That scarlet robe was prefigured by the scarlet sign mentioned in Joshua the son of Nun, which Rahab used for her safety, and mentioned in Genesis, which was placed on the hand of one of Tamar's newborn sons in token of the future Passion of Christ. So now, in taking up the "scarlet robe," he took upon himself the blood of the world, and in that thorny "crown" plaited on his head he took upon himself the thorns of our sins. As to the robe, it is written that "they stripped him of the scarlet robe." But as to the crown of thorns, the Evangelists mention nothing further. Apparently they wanted us to determine what happened to that crown of thorns placed on his head and never removed. My belief is that the crown of thorns disappeared from the head of Jesus, so that our former thorns no longer exist now that Jesus has removed them from us once and for all on his own distinguished head.
What can be said about the reed they placed "in his right hand"? Here is my explanation: The reed embodied the hollow and fragile scepter that we all were leaning on before we saw it was a bad scepter, for we were trusting in the reed-shaped rod of Egypt or Babylon or some other kingdom opposed to God's kingdom. Then he took that reed and rod of the fragile kingdom from our hands, to subdue it and break it to pieces on the cross. In place of that reed we once were leaning on, he gave us the scepter of the heavenly kingdom and the rod mentioned in Scripture: "The rod of justice, the rod of your kingdom." In other words, the rod that chastens those who need to be chastened, as the apostle notes: "What do you want, that I come to you with a rod?" He also gave us a staff that we might celebrate the paschal feast (as Scripture says, "Let your staff be in your hand"), laying down that reed-shaped rod we once had before we celebrated the Lord's paschal feast.Then they took this fragile, hollow reed and struck the honorable head of Jesus with it, for that ever-adverse kingdom reviles and scourges God the Father, the head of the Lord and Savior. And amid all this, the only-begotten goodness itself was unharmed, nor did he suffer anything, "being made a curse for us," since by nature he is a blessing. But since he is a blessing, he destroyed and took away and dispelled all human malediction.
Or otherwise; The Lord having taken upon Him all the infirmities of our body, is then covered with the scarlet coloured blood of all the martyrs, to whom is due the kingdom with Him; He is crowned with thorns, that is, with the sins of the Gentiles who once pierced Him, for there is a prick in thorns of which is woven the crown of victory for Christ. In the reed, He takes into His hand and supports the weakness and frailty of the Gentiles; and His head is smitten therewith that the weakness of the Gentiles sustained by Christ's hand may rest on God the Father, who is His head.
The beaten Lord is dressed in a scarlet robe, a purple cloak and a crown of thorns, and a reed is placed on his right hand. Bending their knees before him, they mock him. Having taken upon himself all the infirmities of our bodies, he is covered with the scarlet blood of all the martyrs destined to reign with him, and he is cloaked with the high honor of the prophets and patriarchs in purple cloth. He is also crowned with thorns, that is, with the former sins of the remorseful Gentiles, so that glory might derive from the destructive and useless things, plaited on his divine head, which they contrive. The sharp points of the thorns aptly pertain to the sins from which a crown of victory is woven for Christ. The reed symbolizes the emptiness and weakness of all those Gentiles, which is held firm in his grasp. His head, moreover, is struck. As I believe, not much harm was done to his head from being struck with the reed; however, the typical explanation for this is that the bodily weakness of the Gentiles that was previously held in Christ’s hand finds comfort now in God the Father, for he is the head. But amid all this, while Christ is mocked, he is being adored.
It was not as though those men had the power [to do these deeds]. Rather, it seemed good to God that these events occur for the redemption of humanity. The “Lord of glory” was treated shamefully for us because of the dishonor due to us. He is now glorified while the day of the righteous is always mocked by the ignorant. Since the cloak was tinged with the color of blood, those murdering him dressed him with it, though they did not realize the significance of what they were doing. Instead, they clothed Jesus … in scarlet cloth and bound his hand with the symbol of one of the sons of Tamar and Judah. The cloak itself [represents] the blood shed by the world and by the people in it. The Savior was put to death for the salvation of all. But they who are choked by “worries, wealth and pleasure” have received the word of God but have not borne fruit. They weave thorns together and crown Jesus with them, dishonoring him.… Those who deemed his kingdom to be of little value placed a reed in his right hand.
These things were done to mock Jesus. But now we know these things happened through a heavenly mystery. Wickedness was at work among the former; among the latter, the mystery of faith and the light of truth. In the purple tunic Christ is dressed as king; and in the scarlet robe, as prince of martyrs, he is resplendent as precious scarlet in his sacred blood. He receives the crown as conqueror, for crowns are usually bestowed upon conquerors. He is adored as God by people on bended knees. Therefore he is vested in purple as king, in scarlet as prince of martyrs; he is crowned as conqueror, is hailed as Lord and is adored as God.We can recognize in the purple cloak also the church, married to Christ the king and resplendent with regal glory. Hence it is called by John in the Revelation a “royal nation.” As to this purple cloth, we read in the Song of Solomon: “His whole bed is purple.” For Christ rests on that bed where he is able to find purple cloth, that is, royal faith and a beautiful spirit.…
The crown of thorns which the Lord received on his head stands for our community, which came to faith from the Gentiles. At one time we were thorns—that is to say, sinners. Believing now in Christ, we have become a crown of righteousness, for we no longer cause pain or harm to the Savior. Rather, we surround his head with our profession of faith while we praise the Father in the Son, because the head of Christ is God, as the apostle says. This is the crown foretold by David in a psalm: “You placed a crown of precious stones on his head.” We were thorns at one time, but after we were included in the crown of Christ, we became precious stones. For he, who raised up children of Abraham from stones, made precious stones out of thorns.
This scriptural passage did not consider of trivial importance the fact that a reed was placed in the Lord’s right hand. Note what David says about Christ in the psalm: “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.” As he was about to suffer, therefore, he took up the reed in his right hand, so that with a heavenly notation he might pardon us our misdeeds or inscribe his law in our hearts with divine letters. As he says through the prophet: “I will put my law within them.” … We may also infer other things about the reed, for it has many spiritual meanings. A reed that is hollow and without pith connotes the Gentile people, who were once without the pith of God’s law, empty of faith and devoid of grace. Therefore this type of reed, that is, the Gentile people, is put in the Lord’s right hand, for his left hand already contained the Jewish people who were persecuting him.
As though on some signal the devil then was entering in triumph into all. For, be it that Jews pining with envy and jealousy were mad against Him, as to the soldiers, whence was it, and from what sort of cause? Is it not clear that it was the devil who was then entering in fury into the hearts of all? For indeed they made a pleasure of their insults against Him, being a savage and ruthless set. I mean that, when they ought to have been awestruck, when they ought to have wept, which even the people did, this they did not, but, on the contrary, were despiteful, and insolent; perhaps themselves also seeking to please the Jews, or it may be doing all in conformity to their own evil nature.
And the insults were different, and varied For that Divine Head at one time they buffeted, at another they insulted with the crown of thorns, at another they smote with the reed, men unholy and accursed!
What plea shall we have after this for being moved by injuries, after Christ suffered these things? For what was done was the utmost limit of insolence. For not one member, but the whole entire body throughout was made an object of insolence; the head through the crown, and the reed, and the buffeting; the face, being spit upon; the cheeks, being smitten with the palms of the hands; the whole body by the stripes, by being wrapped in the robe, and by the pretended worship; the hand by the reed, which they gave him to hold instead of a sceptre; the mouth again by the offering of the vinegar. What could be more grievous than these things? What more insulting?
For the things that were done go beyond all language. For as though they were afraid lest they should seem to fall short at all in the crime, having killed the prophets with their own hands, but this man with the sentence of a judge, so they do in every deed; and make it the work of their own hands, and condemn and sentence both among themselves and before Pilate, saying, "His blood be on us and on our children," and insult Him, and do despite unto Him themselves, binding Him, leading Him away, and render themselves authors of the spiteful acts done by the soldiers, and nail Him to the cross. and revile Him, and spit at Him, and deride Him. For Pilate contributed nothing in this matter, but they themselves did every thing, becoming accusers, and judges, and executioners, and all.
(Hom. lxxxvii.) What should we henceforth care if any one insults us, after Christ has thus suffered? The utmost that cruel outrage could do was put in practice against Christ; and not one member only, but His whole body suffered injuries; His head from the crown, the reed, and the buffetings; His face which was spit upon; His cheeks which they smote with the palms of their hands; His whole body from the scourging, the stripping to put on the cloak, and the mockery of homage; His hands from the reed which they put into them in mimicry of a sceptre; as though they were afraid of omitting aught of indignity.
He had been styled King of the Jews, and the Scribes and Priests had brought this charge against Him, that He claimed sovereignty over the Jewish nation; hence this mockery of the soldiers, taking away His own garments, they put on Him a scarlet cloak to represent that purple fringe which kings of old used to wear, for the diadem they put on Him a crown of thorns, and for the regal sceptre give Him a reed, and perform adoration to Him as to a king.
All these things we may understand mystically. For as Caiaphas said that it is expedient that one man should die for the people, (John 11:50.) not knowing what he said, so these, in all they did, furnished sacraments to us who believe, though they did them with other intention. In the scarlet robe He bears the bloody works of the Gentiles; by the crown of thorns He takes away the ancient curse; with the reed He destroys poisonous animals; or He held the reed in His hand wherewith to write down the sacrilege of the Jews.
(Verse 27 onwards) Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the praetorium and gathered the whole cohort around him. And they stripped him and put a scarlet robe around him. And twisting together a crown of thorns, they put it on his head and put a reed in his right hand. And kneeling before him, they mocked him, saying, 'Hail, King of the Jews!' The soldiers, since Jesus had been called the King of the Jews and the scribes and priests had accused him of claiming to be the ruler of the people of Israel, did this mockingly. They dressed him in the scarlet robe as a symbol of royalty, put a crown of thorns on his head, gave him a reed as a scepter, and pretended to worship him as a king. But we must understand all these things mystically. For just as Caiphas said, 'It is necessary for one man to die for all' (John 11:50), not knowing what he was saying, so these people, whatever they did, although they had different intentions, nevertheless gave us, who believe, the sacraments. In the scarlet robe, he bears the bloody works of the Gentiles; in the crown of thorns, he undoes the ancient curse; with the pen, he kills poisonous animals. Whether he held the pen in his hand to write the sacrilege of the Jews.
Or otherwise, By the scarlet robe is denoted the Lord's flesh, which is spoken of as red by reason of shedding of His blood; by the crown of thorns His taking upon Him our sins, because He appeared in the likeness of sinful flesh. (Rom. 8:3.)
Barabbas also, who headed a sedition among the people, is released to the Jews, that is the Devil, who to this day reigns among them, so that they cannot have peace.
They smite the head of Christ with a reed, who speak against His divinity, and endeavour to maintain their error by the authority of Holy Scripture, which is written by a reed. They spit upon His face who reject in abominable words the presence of His grace, and deny that Jesus is come in the flesh. And they mock Him with adoration who believe on Him, but despise Him with perverse works.
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Summary
Matthew 27:29 vividly portrays the Roman soldiers' brutal mockery and humiliation of Jesus in the praetorium, immediately preceding His crucifixion. They fashioned a crown of thorns, placed it on His head, a reed in His hand as a mock scepter, and feigned homage, derisively hailing Him as "King of the Jews." This scene underscores the profound physical and psychological suffering Jesus endured, while ironically highlighting the very truth of His divine kingship, albeit one radically different from earthly expectations.
Context
Literary Context
This verse is situated within Matthew's detailed passion narrative, specifically after Pilate has publicly declared Jesus innocent but, under pressure from the crowd, delivered Him to be crucified (Matthew 27:24-26). The preceding verses describe Jesus being scourged, and the subsequent verses detail the journey to Golgotha and the crucifixion itself (Matthew 27:30-31). The soldiers' actions here are a direct consequence of the charge against Jesus—claiming to be King of the Jews—which was the basis for His condemnation by the Roman authorities. This specific act of mockery is also recorded in Mark 15:16-20 and John 19:2-3.
Historical & Cultural Context
The scene unfolds within the Roman praetorium, the governor's official residence in Jerusalem, likely the Antonia Fortress. Roman soldiers were known for their brutality and often engaged in such acts of psychological torment and physical abuse, particularly against those condemned as rebels or enemies of the state. The mockery of a king was a common Roman practice to humiliate those who challenged imperial authority. The "King of the Jews" was a politically charged title, and any claim to it by a non-Roman was seen as sedition. The soldiers' actions—the crown, the scepter, the bowing—were a grotesque parody of a Roman imperial acclamation, designed to strip Jesus of any dignity and reinforce their contempt for His supposed royal claims.
Key Themes
Matthew 27:29 contributes significantly to several key themes within the Gospel. Foremost is the theme of Suffering and Humiliation, emphasizing the depth of agony Jesus willingly endured as part of His redemptive mission. The crown of thorns and the reed symbolize the profound physical and emotional pain, fulfilling the prophecies of the suffering servant found in passages like Isaiah 53:3-5. Another crucial theme is the Mockery of True Kingship. While the soldiers intended to ridicule Jesus' claim, their actions ironically declare a profound spiritual truth: Jesus is King, though His kingdom is not of this world (John 18:36). This highlights the stark contrast between worldly power and divine sovereignty. Finally, the verse underscores Divine Purpose and Fulfillment, as Jesus' silent endurance in the face of such profound disrespect demonstrates His unwavering commitment to His redemptive mission, fulfilling the divine plan for humanity's salvation.
Exposition and Analysis
Key Word Analysis
From an apparently primary word meaning to twine or wreathe, this term refers to a chaplet or wreath, often used as a badge of royalty, a prize in public games, or a symbol of honor. In this context, it is a grotesque parody, a symbol of mock royalty and excruciating pain, rather than true honor or victory.
This word specifically denotes a thorn, emphasizing the sharp, piercing nature of the plant material used for the crown. Its inclusion highlights the intentional infliction of pain and suffering, making the crown not just a symbol of ridicule but an instrument of torture.
Derived from "in" and "to play," this verb means to jeer at or deride. It signifies more than simple teasing; it conveys a deliberate act of scorn, contempt, and humiliation, designed to make a spectacle of the victim and strip them of dignity.
From "knee" and "to fall," this compound verb means to fall on the knee or kneel down. It describes an act of homage or worship. Here, it is performed in a sarcastic, derisive manner, transforming a gesture of reverence into one of profound insult and mockery of Jesus' kingship.
Verse Breakdown
"And when they had platted a crown of thorns,"
Roman soldiers, likely a cohort, engaged in a cruel act of creating a makeshift crown. The act of "platting" (weaving) implies a deliberate and painstaking effort to ensure the crown was not only symbolic but also deeply painful, designed to pierce Jesus' scalp.
"they put [it] upon his head,"
The placement of this agonizing crown on Jesus' head was a direct insult to any claim of royalty, transforming a symbol of honor into one of extreme suffering and degradation. It was a visible sign of their contempt and an attempt to strip Him of all dignity.
"and a reed in his right hand:"
A reed, a fragile and easily broken plant stem, was placed in His right hand, mimicking a royal scepter. This further amplified the mockery, contrasting the flimsy reed with the powerful scepters of earthly kings, thereby ridiculing Jesus' authority and power.
"and they bowed the knee before him,"
This gesture, typically reserved for kings or deities, was performed in a sarcastic and contemptuous manner. It was a feigned act of homage, designed to highlight the perceived absurdity of Jesus' claim to kingship and to further humiliate Him.
"and mocked him, saying,"
The soldiers' actions culminated in verbal abuse. The word "mocked" (G1702, empaízō) indicates a deep-seated derision and scorn, not mere jesting. Their words were intended to inflict psychological pain and public degradation.
"Hail, King of the Jews!"
This salutation, "Hail" (G5463, chaírō), typically an honorific greeting, was delivered with biting sarcasm. The title "King of the Jews" was the very accusation that led to Jesus' condemnation, and the soldiers used it to ridicule His purported royal status, ironically affirming the truth of His identity even as they scorned it.
Literary Devices
Matthew 27:29 is rich with Irony. The soldiers' actions, intended to mock Jesus' claim to kingship, paradoxically underscore the profound truth of His identity as the true King, albeit one whose kingdom is not of this world. The Symbolism within the verse is potent: the crown of thorns symbolizes not only extreme suffering but also a grotesque inversion of royal majesty, while the reed represents a mock scepter, highlighting the fragility and emptiness of earthly power compared to divine authority. The entire scene is a vivid Contrast between the world's perception of power and God's true sovereignty, between human cruelty and divine endurance. Furthermore, the scene serves as Foreshadowing, pointing to the ultimate suffering of the crucifixion and the subsequent vindication of Jesus' kingship through His resurrection and exaltation.
Theological and Thematic Connections
Matthew 27:29 is a pivotal moment in the passion narrative, profoundly illustrating the depth of Jesus' suffering and the world's rejection of His true identity. The Roman soldiers' actions, though born of malice and ignorance, inadvertently highlight the central paradox of Christ's kingship: He reigns not through earthly power and pomp, but through humility, suffering, and self-sacrifice. His crown was not gold but thorns, His scepter not a rod of iron but a fragile reed, yet through this very humiliation, He was fulfilling the divine plan to establish a spiritual kingdom that transcends all earthly realms. This scene forces believers to confront the nature of true power and authority, challenging worldly definitions and revealing God's upside-down kingdom where the King suffers for His subjects.
Reflection and Application
The scene in Matthew 27:29 is a stark reminder of the immense cost of our salvation and the boundless love of God demonstrated through Christ's suffering. As believers, reflecting on Jesus' quiet endurance in the face of such profound injustice and ridicule deepens our empathy and gratitude for His sacrifice. It challenges us to reconsider our own definitions of power, success, and kingship, aligning them with the humble and suffering Christ rather than the world's fleeting standards. This passage calls us to embrace a faith that is willing to endure hardship and mockery for the sake of the Gospel, knowing that our true vindication and reward come from God, not from human approval or earthly accolades. Jesus' steadfastness under duress serves as a powerful model for how we are to respond when we face persecution, ridicule, or trials for our faith, reminding us that even in our weakest moments, His strength is perfected.
Questions for Reflection
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Why did the Roman soldiers mock Jesus as "King of the Jews"?
The Roman soldiers mocked Jesus as "King of the Jews" primarily because this was the charge brought against Him by the Jewish leaders before Pilate, which led to His condemnation. They likely viewed any claim to kingship by a Galilean Jew as a ludicrous challenge to Roman authority and an opportunity for cruel amusement. Their actions were a deliberate act of humiliation, designed to ridicule Jesus' purported royal status and to degrade Him publicly before His execution. This mockery was a common Roman practice against those deemed enemies of the state or rebels, stripping them of dignity through a parody of their alleged claims.
Christ-Centered Fulfillment
Matthew 27:29, though a scene of profound human cruelty and mockery, paradoxically serves as a powerful testament to the Christ-centered fulfillment of God's redemptive plan. The crown of thorns, intended as a symbol of scorn, becomes a poignant emblem of Jesus' true kingship—a reign established not through earthly conquest but through sacrificial love and suffering. The reed, a flimsy mock scepter, foreshadows the ultimate authority granted to the one who humbled Himself, as Philippians 2:8-9 declares that because He humbled Himself, God highly exalted Him. The soldiers' sarcastic "Hail, King of the Jews!" ironically proclaims the very truth that would be revealed in His resurrection and ascension: Jesus is indeed the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, whose kingdom is eternal and whose authority transcends all earthly powers (Daniel 7:13-14). His suffering here, including the physical and psychological torment, was not a defeat but a necessary step in His victory over sin and death, fulfilling the prophecies of the suffering Messiah who would redeem His people through His wounds (Isaiah 53:5). Thus, this moment of extreme humiliation is transformed into a profound revelation of Christ's redemptive mission and His ultimate triumph.