Why Was Jesus Crucified?:
Crucifixion may be one of the most horrible methods of execution ever invented. A person is nailed to a cross or stake and hangs there until their own weight suffocates them. The horrors of crucifixion are glossed over by the gospel authors, however, in favor of the deeper theological meanings behind these events. Perhaps that is why the gospel authors are inconsistent in describing what happened.


Who Carries Jesus’ Cross?:
In the Passion narratives, did Jesus carry his own cross or not?

Mark 15:21, Matthew 27:32, Luke 23:26 - Jesus gets help from Simon of Cyrene
John 19:17 - Jesus carries his own cross the whole way


Inscription on Jesus’ Cross:
When crucified, Jesus’ cross had an inscription — but what did it say?

Mark 15:26 - The inscription: “The King of the Jews.”
Matthew 27:37 - The inscription: “This is Jesus the King of the Jews.”
Luke 23:38 - The inscription: “This is the King of the Jews.”
John 19:19 - The inscription: “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews.”


Jesus and the Thieves:
Some gospels say Jesus was crucified with two thieves, though the Romans never crucified thieves.

Mark - The two thieves are mentioned, but there is no conversation
Matthew 27:44 - The two thieves taunt Jesus
Luke 23:39-42 - One thief taunts Jesus and is criticized by the other. Jesus promises the 2nd thief that they would be in Paradise that day, though John and Acts say he did not ascend to heaven until 40 days after his resurrection
John - The two men aren’t described as thieves


Does Jesus Drink Wine or Vinegar?:
Jesus is given something to drink while he is on the cross, but what?

Mark 15:23 - Jesus is given wine mixed with myrrh, but he doesn’t drink
Matthew 27:48, Luke 23:36 - Jesus is given vinegar, but he doesn’t drink
John 19:29-30 - Jesus is given vinegar and he drinks


Jesus and the Centurion:
Romans supposedly witnessed Jesus’ crucifixion, but what did they think?

Mark 15:39 - A centurion is cited as saying: “Truly this man was the son of God!”
Matthew 27:54 - A centurion is cited as saying: “Truly this was the son of God.”
Luke 23:47 - A centurion is cited as saying: “Truly this man was innocent.”
John - No centurions say anything


Women Watch the Curcifixion:
The gospels describe several woman as having followed Jesus around, but what did they do when Jesus was crucified?

Mark 15:40, Matthew 27:55, Luke 23:49 - Several women watch Jesus from afar
John 19:25-26 - Several woman are close enough that Jesus could talk to his mother, contrary to Roman practices


When Was Jesus Crucified?:
The crucifixion of Jesus is the central event of the Passion narrative, but the narratives don’t agree on when the crucifixion occurred.

Mark 15:25 - Jesus was crucified on the “third hour.”
John 19:14-15 - Jesus was crucified on the “sixth hour.”
Matthew, Luke - It’s not stated when the crucifixion starts, but the “sixth hour” occurs during the curcifixion


Jesus’ Last Words:
Jesus’ last words before dying are important, but no one seems to have written then down.

Mark 15:34-37, Matthew 27:46-50 - Jesus says: “My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?” (but they use different Greek words for “God” — Matthew uses “Eli” and Mark uses “Eloi”)
Luke 23:46 - Jesus says: “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit.”
John 19:30 - Jesus says: “It is finished.”


Earthquake After the Resurrection:
Was there an earthquake when Jesus died?

Matthew 27:51-53 - At the moment Jesus dies, a massive earth quake strikes and opens tombs where dead people rise again
Mark, Luke, John - No earthquake is mentioned. No earthquake and no massive influx of formerly dead people is mentioned in any historical records, which is strange given how monumental such an event would be.

[size=18pt]Trial of Jesus: Contradictions in the Gospel Accounts of Jesus' Arrest, Trials[/size]


Why Was Jesus Put on Trial?:
The trial of Jesus provides readers with a stark contrast between the figure of Jesus and the corrupt authorities, be they Jewish or Roman. This allows the gospel authors to more easily portray Jesus as a heroic figure, someone worth following. For some reason, though, the gospel authors have conflicting information about what occurred during Jesus’ trial. It isn’t even clear how they would have known any of the details in the first place.
Jesus is Taken to the Authorities:

Of course the soldiers who arrest Jesus take him to the authorities, but which authorities?

Mark 14:53, Matthew 26:57, Luke 22:54 - Jesus is taken to Caiphas, the high priest, after he is arrested
John 18:13-24 - Jesus is taken first to Caiphas’ son-in-law Annas, then to Caiphas (after an unknown time)
Jesus has his First Hearing:



Jesus has a hearing on the charges, but when? With whom?
Mark 14:53-72, 15:1, Matthew 26:18-20, 57-68, 27:1-2 - Jesus is charged on Passover eve and taken to Pilate in the morning
Luke 22:13-15, 54-66 - Jesus’ first hearing occurs on Passover morning
John 18:28, 19:14 - Jesus’ first hearing occurs on the day before Passover
Jesus has his First Trial:



Jesus’ trial is a central event of the Passion, but before whom was the trial held?
Mark 14:55-64, Matthew 26:59-66 - Jesus is tried by the whole Sanhedrin
Luke 22:66-71 - The Sanhedrin hold an inquiry about Jesus, but no trial
John 18:13-24 - The Sanhedrin don’t even hold an official inquiry; Jesus just appears before Annas and Caiphas
Jesus is Interrogated by the High Priest:



Jesus is supposed to be interrogated as his trial, but the nature of the interrogation varies.
Mark 14:61 - Jesus is asked if he is the Son of the Blessed and answers “I am.”
Matthew 26:63, Luke 22:70 - Jesus is asked if he is the Son of God and answers “You have said so.”
John - Jesus is not interrogated by the High Priest
Jesus is Interrogated by Herod:



As the man in charge of Jewish affairs, what role did Herod play in Jesus’ arrest and trial?
Luke 23:7-11 - Pilate sent Jesus to Herod who questions Jesus then sends him back
Matthew, Mark, John - No mention is made of Herod at all
Jesus is Interrogated by Pilate:



If Jesus was interrogated by Herod, what happened? The gospels disagree.
Mark 15:2, Matthew 27:11, Luke 23:3 - Pilate asks if he is King of the Jews and Jesus says “You have said so.” He doesn’t answer any of the charges
John 18:33-34 - Pilate asks the same thing, but Jesus answers “Do you say this of your own accord?” and answers all the charges
Jesus and Barabbas:



The scene where Barabbas is released instead of Jesus is famous, but inconsistently described.
Mark 15:11 - The chief priests get the people to demand the release of Barabbas; his crimes are insurrection and murder
Matthew 27:20 - Priests and elders get people to demand the release of Barabbas; his crimes are unknown
Luke 23:18-23 - The people demand Barabbas’ release; his crimes are insurrection and murder
John 18:40 - The people demand Barabbas’ release; he is described as a robber
Jesus is Given a Robe:



Jesus is often depicted as wearing a robe before being crucified, but what sort of robe and why?
Mark 15:17, John 19:2 - Jesus is made to wear a purple robe by Roman soldiers as a sign of royalty (for which he is being mocked)
Matthew 27:28 - Jesus is made to wear a scarlet robe by Roman soldiers as a symbol of infamy
Luke 23:11 - Jesus is given a robe by Herod and his soldiers, not by the Roman soldiers

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So what are u insinuating? Do u expect exactly the same word for word account from the authors? Thank God for strength of studying the bible.

All fundamental believes of Christianity are unconvinced scripturally, logically and even commomnsensically....
talk of Crucifixion - contentious, Trinity - contentious, Atonement - contentious and so on..... This explains why for many Christians who decides to search for real truth about God by scrutinize the bible end up becoming an atheist thinking same is applicable to other religions without really study them.

after all the story story, Jesus is still Lord and confirmed Savior. He reigns forever.

No wonder ..I'm nt surprised dis stuff didn't make d frontpage.....I hope the op is nw okay ..

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