Luke 23:21

21 But crying out they said, To the cross with him

Luke 23:21 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 23:21

But they cried, saying, crucify him, crucify him.
] They were fierce and furious, more noisy and clamorous, the more they perceived Pilate was for saving him; and they were more desirous to have him crucified, and more impatient until it was done, as the repetition of the word shows.

Luke 23:21 In-Context

19 Now this man was in prison because of an attack against the government in the town, in which there had been loss of life

20 And Pilate again said to them that it was his desire to let Jesus go free.

21 But crying out they said, To the cross with him

22 And he said to them a third time, Why, what evil has he done? I see no reason for putting him to death: I will give him punishment and let him go.

23 But they went on crying out loudly, Let him be put to death on the cross. And they had their way.