Luke 23:21

21 They, however, persistently shouted, "Crucify, crucify 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 --Barabbas! who had been lodged in jail for some time in connexion with a riot which had occurred in the city, and for murder

20 But Pilate once more addressed them, wishing to set Jesus free.

21 They, however, persistently shouted, "Crucify, crucify him!

22 A third time he appealed to them: "Why, what crime has the man committed? I have discovered in him nothing that deserves death. I will therefore give him a light punishment and release him."

23 But they urgently insisted, demanding with frantic outcries that He should be crucified; and their clamour prevailed.