There was moreover a writing over His head: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.
inquiring, »Where is the newly born king of the Jews? For we have seen his Star in the east, and have come here to do him homage.«
Meanwhile Jesus was brought before the Governor, and the latter put the question, »Are you the King of the Jews?« »I am their King,« He answered.
Over His head they placed a written statement of the charge against Him: THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS.
and went on to salute Him with shouts of »Long live the King of the Jews.«
Over His head was the notice in writing of the charge against Him: THE KING OF THE JEWS.
This Christ, the King of Israel, let him come down now from the cross, that we may see and believe.« Even the men who were being crucified with Him heaped insults on Him.
Then Pilate asked Him, »You, then, are the King of the Jews?«»It is as you say,« He replied.
Then they began to march up to Him, saying in a mocking voice, »Hail King of the Jews!« And they struck Him with the palms of their hands.