Luke 23:26
The Scripture
(26) And as they led him away, they laid hold upon one Simon, a Cyrenian, coming out of the country, and on him they laid the cross, that he might bear it after Jesus.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus is taken before the authorities, questioned, and then betrays his friend to the soldiers. He is crucified on the cross, and in his final moments he prays for forgiveness of those who crucify him. The narrative highlights themes of divine love, suffering, and the ultimate sacrifice.
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