Luke 23:36

36 The soldiers also mocked him. They came up to him, offering him sour wine

Luke 23:36 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 23:36

And the soldiers also mocked him
The Roman soldiers, to whom the execution was committed, who crucified him, and parted his garments, and stood at his cross watching; these joined in the insult, which is not to be wondered at. Coming to him and offering him vinegar; which was what was a part of their allowance, and was their drink; (See Gill on John 19:29).

Luke 23:36 In-Context

34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they don't know what they're doing." They drew lots as a way of dividing up his clothing.

35 The people were standing around watching, but the leaders sneered at him, saying, "He saved others. Let him save himself if he really is the Christ sent from God, the chosen one."

36 The soldiers also mocked him. They came up to him, offering him sour wine

37 and saying, "If you really are the king of the Jews, save yourself."

38 Above his head was a notice of the formal charge against him. It read "This is the king of the Jews."