Mark 15:36

New International Reader's Version

Someone ran and filled a sponge with wine vinegar. He put it on a stick. He offered it to Jesus to drink. “Leave him alone,” he said. “Let’s see if Elijah comes to take him down.”

Cross References

Psalm 69:21

They put bitter spices in my food. They gave me vinegar when I was thirsty.

Matthew 27:48

Right away one of them ran and got a sponge. He filled it with wine vinegar and put it on a stick. He offered it to Jesus to drink.

Mark 15:23

Then they gave him wine mixed with spices. But he did not take it.

Mark 15:35

Some of those standing nearby heard Jesus cry out. They said, “Listen! He’s calling for Elijah.”

Mark 15:37

With a loud cry, Jesus took his last breath.

Luke 23:36

The soldiers also came up and poked fun at him. They offered him wine vinegar.