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Numbered with Criminals
Commentators stress that Jesus was crucified with two 'malefactors' (evil-doers) to inflict maximum shame and disgrace. This was a deliberate act of scorn, designed to lump the sinless Son of God in with common criminals. This act literally fulfilled the prophecy that 'he was numbered with the transgressors' (Isaiah 53:12).
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AT Robertson
On Luke 23:32
Were led (gonto). Imperfect passive of αγÂω, were being led.
Malefactors (κακουργο). Evil (κακον), doers (…
Charles Spurgeon
On Luke 23:32
19th Century
Preacher
And there were also two other malefactors,
It should be others–there should be an "s" there.
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 23:32
The presence of two criminals with Jesus emphasizes the humiliation of his execution and perhaps also his identification with sinners in his death …
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John Gill
On Luke 23:32
17th Century
Pastor
And there were also two other malefactors
Not that Christ was one, though indeed he was looked upon and treated as o…
Matthew Henry
On Luke 23:32–43
17th Century
Minister
As soon as Christ was fastened to the cross, He prayed for those who crucified Him. The great thing He died to purchase and procure for us is the f…