Mark 15:27

27 They also crucified two bandits with Jesus, one on his right and the other on his left. ¹

Mark 15:27 Meaning and Commentary

Mark 15:27

And with him they crucified two thieves
For his greater reproach;

the one on his right hand, and the other on his left;
as if he had been one of them, and a principal among them; (See Gill on Matthew 27:38).

Mark 15:27 In-Context

25 It was nine o'clock in the morning when they crucified him.

26 The notice of the accusation against him said: "The King of the Jews."

27 They also crucified two bandits with Jesus, one on his right and the other on his left.

29 People passing by shook their heads and hurled insults at Jesus: "Aha! You were going to tear down the Temple and build it back up in three days!

Cross References

• 1. 15.28Isaiah 53.12.

Footnotes

• [a] [Some manuscripts add verse 28:] In this way the scripture came true which says, "He shared the fate of criminals" [(see Lk 22.37).]