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There were also two criminals led out with Jesus to be put to death.
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When they came to a place called the Skull, the soldiers crucified Jesus and the criminals -- one on his right and the other on his left.
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Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, because they don't know what they are doing." The soldiers threw lots to decide who would get his clothes.
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The people stood there watching. And the leaders made fun of Jesus, saying, "He saved others. Let him save himself if he is God's Chosen One, the Christ."
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The soldiers also made fun of him, coming to Jesus and offering him some vinegar
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They said, "If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself!"
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At the top of the cross these words were written: this is the king of the jews
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One of the criminals on a cross began to shout insults at Jesus: "Aren't you the Christ? Then save yourself and us."
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But the other criminal stopped him and said, "You should fear God! You are getting the same punishment he is.
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We are punished justly, getting what we deserve for what we did. But this man has done nothing wrong."
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Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom."