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Let the Christ, the King of Israel, now come down from the cross, that we may see and believe him." Those who were crucified with him reproached him.

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Seeing vs. Believing

The mockers demanded a sign on their terms, saying "that we may see and believe." Commentators like Spurgeon contrast this with the Christian path: "Believe, and you shall see." Matthew Henry notes their insincerity, as they refused to believe the even greater sign of the resurrection. True faith trusts God's word, not demands for self-serving miracles.

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AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Mark 15:32

Now come down (καταβατω νυν). Now that he is nailed to the cross.

That we may see and believe (ινα ιδωμεν …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Mark 15:32

19th Century

Bishop

Let Christ.—Better, the Christ. The article is emphatic, and the word had not yet come to be used only as a name.

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Mark 15:29–32

19th Century

Preacher

And those who passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, you who destroy the temple and build it in three days, save yoursel…

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Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Mark 15:32

The chief priests and teachers of the law were also there to add their mockery to that of those who passed by. This must have been especially diffi…

John Gill

John Gill

On Mark 15:32

17th Century

Pastor

Let Christ the king of Israel
Who sets up for the Messiah, and whose followers call him the king of Israel, whom the…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Mark 15:22–32

17th Century

Minister

The place where our Lord Jesus was crucified was called the Place of a Skull; it was the common place of execution, for He was in all respects numb…

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