New International Version Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. New Living Translation Two others, both criminals, were led out to be executed with him. English Standard Version Two others, who were criminals, were led away to be put to death with him. Berean Standard Bible Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus. Berean Literal Bible And two other criminals also were being led away to be put to death with Him. King James Bible And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. New King James Version There were also two others, criminals, led with Him to be put to death. New American Standard Bible Now two others, who were criminals, were also being led away to be put to death with Him. NASB 1995 Two others also, who were criminals, were being led away to be put to death with Him. NASB 1977 And two others also, who were criminals, were being led away to be put to death with Him. Legacy Standard Bible Now two others also, who were criminals, were being led away to be put to death with Him. Amplified Bible Two others also, who were criminals, were being led away to be executed with Him. Berean Annotated Bible Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus. Christian Standard Bible Two others—criminals —were also led away to be executed with him. Holman Christian Standard Bible Two others—criminals—were also led away to be executed with Him. American Standard Version And there were also two others, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. Contemporary English Version Two criminals were led out to be put to death with Jesus. English Revised Version And there were also two others, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. GOD'S WORD® Translation Two others, who were criminals, were led away to be executed with him. Good News Translation Two other men, both of them criminals, were also led out to be put to death with Jesus. International Standard Version Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus. NET Bible Two other criminals were also led away to be executed with him. New Heart English Bible There were also others, two criminals, led with him to be put to death. Webster's Bible Translation And two others, who were malefactors, were led with him to be put to death. Weymouth New Testament They brought also two others, criminals, to put them to death with Him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleTwo others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus. World English Bible There were also others, two criminals, led with him to be put to death. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd there were also others—two evildoers—with Him, to be put to death; Berean Literal Bible And two other criminals also were being led away to be put to death with Him. Young's Literal Translation And there were also others -- two evil-doers -- with him, to be put to death; Smith's Literal Translation And two others who were led, evil doers, to be lifted up with him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd there were also two other malefactors led with him to be put to death. Catholic Public Domain Version Now they also led out two other criminals with him, in order to execute them. New American Bible Now two others, both criminals, were led away with him to be executed. New Revised Standard Version Two others also, who were criminals, were led away to be put to death with him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd there were coming with him two others, malefactors, to be put to death. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And there were two others coming with him, evildoers to be killed. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd two others, who were evil-doers, were led out to be put to death with him. Godbey New Testament And two malefactors were also led away with Him, to be executed. Haweis New Testament Now there were two other persons, malefactors, led out with him to be executed. Mace New Testament At the same time, two malefactors were led along to be crucified with Jesus. Weymouth New Testament They brought also two others, criminals, to put them to death with Him. Worrell New Testament And there were being led two others also, malefactors, with Him to be put to death. Worsley New Testament And there were also two other malefactors led with Him to be put to death. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Crucifixion…31For if men do these things while the tree is green, what will happen when it is dry?” 32 Two others, who were criminals, were also led away to be executed with Jesus. 33When they came to the place called The Skull, they crucified Him there, along with the criminals, one on His right and the other on His left.… Cross References Two others, who were criminals, Matthew 27:38 Two robbers were crucified with Him, one on His right and the other on His left. Mark 15:27 Along with Jesus, they crucified two robbers, one on His right and one on His left. Isaiah 53:12 Therefore I will allot Him a portion with the great, and He will divide the spoils with the strong, because He has poured out His life unto death, and He was numbered with the transgressors. Yet He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors. were also led away Matthew 27:31 After they had mocked Him, they removed the robe and put His own clothes back on Him. Then they led Him away to crucify Him. Mark 15:20 After they had mocked Him, they removed the purple robe and put His own clothes back on Him. Then they led Him out to crucify Him. John 19:16 Then Pilate handed Jesus over to be crucified, and the soldiers took Him away. to be executed Matthew 20:19 and will deliver Him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. And on the third day He will be raised to life.” Mark 10:34 who will mock Him and spit on Him and flog Him and kill Him. And after three days He will rise again.” Acts 13:28 And though they found no ground for a death sentence, they asked Pilate to have Him executed. with Jesus. John 19:18 There they crucified Him, and with Him two others, one on each side, with Jesus in the middle. Matthew 27:44 In the same way, even the robbers who were crucified with Him berated Him. Mark 15:32 Let the Christ, the King of Israel, come down now from the cross, so that we may see and believe!” And even those who were crucified with Him berated Him. Psalm 22:16 For dogs surround me; a band of evil men encircles me; they have pierced my hands and feet. Acts 2:23 He was delivered up by God’s set plan and foreknowledge, and you, by the hands of the lawless, put Him to death by nailing Him to the cross. Romans 5:8 But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. 1 Peter 2:24 He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. “By His stripes you are healed.” Treasury of Scripture And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. Luke 22:37 For I say unto you, that this that is written must yet be accomplished in me, And he was reckoned among the transgressors: for the things concerning me have an end. Isaiah 53:12 Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he hath poured out his soul unto death: and he was numbered with the transgressors; and he bare the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors. Matthew 27:38 Then were there two thieves crucified with him, one on the right hand, and another on the left. Jump to Previous Criminals Death Evil-Doers Executed Led Malefactors OthersJump to Next Criminals Death Evil-Doers Executed Led Malefactors OthersLuke 23 1. Jesus is accused before Pilate, and sent to Herod.8. Herod mocks him. 12. Herod and Pilate become friends. 13. Barabbas is desired of the people, 24. and is released by Pilate, and Jesus is given to be crucified. 26. He tells the women, that lament him, the destruction of Jerusalem; 34. prays for his enemies. 39. Two criminals are crucified with him. 46. His death. 50. His burial. Two others, who were criminals, Jesus was taken to death alongside two men guilty of serious crimes. Their presence marks Him as numbered among transgressors, though He Himself was innocent. Mat 27:38 Two robbers were crucified with Him, one on His right… were also led away The condemned were taken publicly through the city under Roman guard. The procession displayed Rome’s authority and exposed the prisoners to public shame. Mat 27:31 After they had mocked Him, they removed the robe… to be executed Crucifixion was Rome’s brutal punishment for grave offenses, intended to inflict prolonged suffering and deter rebellion. Jesus willingly endured the death reserved for the condemned. Mat 20:19 and will deliver Him over to the Gentiles… with Jesus. Crucified between criminals, Jesus stood among those He came to save. Though treated as a lawbreaker, He bore the consequences of sin as the righteous sacrifice for sinners. Jhn 19:18 There they crucified Him, and with Him two others… Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusCentral figure of the Christian faith, believed to be the Son of God and the Messiah. In this passage, He is being led to crucifixion. 2. Two Criminals These individuals were also being led to execution alongside Jesus. Their presence fulfills the prophecy of Jesus being "numbered with the transgressors" (Isaiah 53:12). 3. Golgotha The place where Jesus and the criminals were crucified. It is also known as "The Place of the Skull." 4. Roman Execution The method of execution was crucifixion, a brutal and public form of capital punishment used by the Romans. 5. The Crowd Various groups of people, including Roman soldiers, Jewish leaders, and onlookers, were present at the crucifixion. Teaching Points Fulfillment of ProphecyJesus' crucifixion with criminals fulfills Old Testament prophecy, affirming the divine plan and sovereignty of God. Identification with Sinners Jesus' willingness to be counted among sinners demonstrates His identification with humanity and His role as a Savior for all. The Nature of Sacrifice The presence of the criminals highlights the innocence of Jesus and the unjust nature of His death, emphasizing the depth of His sacrifice. The Reality of Judgment The criminals represent the reality of sin and judgment, reminding us of the need for repentance and salvation through Christ. Grace and Redemption Despite their crimes, one of the criminals finds redemption through faith in Jesus, illustrating the power of grace and the possibility of salvation for all. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Luke 23:32?2. How does Luke 23:32 illustrate Jesus' fulfillment of prophecy about His crucifixion? 3. What can we learn about Jesus' compassion from His interaction with the criminals? 4. How does Isaiah 53:12 connect with the events in Luke 23:32? 5. In what ways can we show grace to those who wrong us, like Jesus? 6. How does understanding Luke 23:32 deepen our appreciation for Jesus' sacrifice on the cross? 7. Why were two criminals crucified alongside Jesus in Luke 23:32? 8. What does Luke 23:32 reveal about Jesus' fulfillment of prophecy? 9. How does Luke 23:32 challenge our understanding of justice and mercy? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 23? Verse 32. - And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death. Many commentators suppose that these, were companions of that Bar-Abbas the robber who had just been released. They were not ordinary thieves, but belonged to those companies of brigands, or revolted Jews, which in those troublous times were so numerous in Palestine. Luke 23:32 shows more than mere historical detail. By noting that two proven criminals were led away with Jesus, the Spirit-inspired text spotlights fulfilled prophecy, the contrast between guilt and innocence, the universality of sin, and the voluntary, redemptive purpose of Christ’s death. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Twoδύο (dyo) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1417: Two. A primary numeral; 'two'. others, ἕτεροι (heteroi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 2087: (a) of two: another, a second, (b) other, different, (c) one's neighbor. Of uncertain affinity; other or different. [who were] criminals, κακοῦργοι (kakourgoi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 2557: (lit: an evil-worker), a criminal. From kakos and the base of ergon; a wrong-doer, i.e. Criminal. were also led away Ἤγοντο (Ēgonto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 71: A primary verb; properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, go, pass, or induce. to be executed ἀναιρεθῆναι (anairethēnai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive Strong's 337: From ana and haireomai; to take up, i.e. Adopt; by implication, to take away, i.e. Abolish, murder. with σὺν (syn) Preposition Strong's 4862: With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together. [Jesus]. αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. Additonal Resources Luke 23:32 Blue Letter BibleLuke 23:32 Bible Gateway Luke 23:32 Bible.com Luke 23:32 NIV |
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