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Mark 15:26

New Testament Gospel ASV (1901)

What does Mark 15:26 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “And the superscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

And the superscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS.
Mark 15:26 — American Standard Version

Context — Mark 15

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
23And they offered him wine mingled with myrrh: but he received it not.
24And they crucify him, and part his garments among them, casting lots upon them, what each should take.
25And it was the third hour, and they crucified him.
26And the superscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS.
27And with him they crucify two robbers; one on his right hand, and one on his left.
28[And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was reckoned with transgressors.]
29And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ha! Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days,
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What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“And the superscription of his accusation, etc..] Or “the cause of his death”, as the Syriac and Persic versions read; the crime for which he suffered: was written; over his head, upon the cross, to which it was fastened; the sum of which was, the king of the Jews; (see Gill on “<402737>Matthew 27:37”).”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“The superscription - The writing over his head upon the cross. The King of the Jews - See the notes at Matthew 27:37. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“15:26 Although the title King of the Jews was intended to mock Jesus, it was accurate and meaningful for Mark.”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“the superscription: Deu 23:5; Psa 76:10; Pro 21:1; Isa 10:7, Isa 46:10 The King of the Jews: Psa 2:6; Zac 9:9; Mat 2:2, Mat 27:37; Luk 23:37, Luk 23:38; Joh 19:18-22 Mark 15:27”
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