Luke 23:36

36 And the soldiers also mocked him, coming to him, and offering him vinegar,

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 Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do . And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

35 And the people stood beholding . And the rulers also with them derided him, saying , He saved others; let him save himself, if he be Christ, the chosen of God.

36 And the soldiers also mocked him, coming to him, and offering him vinegar,

37 And saying , If thou be the king of the Jews, save thyself.

38 And a superscription also was written over him in letters of Greek, and Latin, and Hebrew, THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.