John 19:2

Contemporary English Version 1995

The soldiers made a crown out of thorn branches and put it on Jesus. Then they put a purple robe on him.

Cross References

Luke 23:11

Herod and his soldiers made fun of Jesus and insulted him. They put a fine robe on him and sent him back to Pilate.

Isaiah 53:3

He was hated and rejected; his life was filled with sorrow and terrible suffering. No one wanted to look at him. We despised him and said, “He is a nobody!”

Psalm 22:6

But I am merely a worm, far less than human, and I am hated and rejected by people everywhere.

John 19:5

Jesus came out, wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe. Pilate said, “Here is the man!”

Isaiah 49:7

Israel, I am the holy Lord God, the one who rescues you. You are slaves of rulers and of a nation who despises you. Now this is what I promise: Kings and rulers will honor you by kneeling at your feet. You can trust me! I am your Lord, the holy God of Israel, and you are my chosen ones.