And those who passed by shook their heads and ridiculed him,
I’m the example of failure and shame to all who see me. They just walk by me, shaking their heads.
“None who passes by even cares. Turn around and look at me! Is there anyone who suffers as much as I? Yahweh, in the terrible day of your fierce anger, you punished me worst of all.
while the wicked slander me with their lies. Even right in front of my face they lie through their teeth.
I’m heartsick and heartbroken by it all. Their contempt has crushed my soul. I looked for sympathy and compassion but found only empty stares.
I can count all my bones. Look at how they gloat over me and stare!
Two criminals were also crucified with Jesus, one on each side of him.
They blasphemed and heaped insult after insult upon him.