Crucifixion of Jesus
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The crucifixion of Jesus is an event described in all four gospels[1] which takes place immediately after his arrest and trial. In Christian theology, the death of Jesus by crucifixion is a core event. It represents a critical aspect of the doctrine of salvation, portraying the suffering and death of the Messiah as necessary for the forgiveness of sins. According to the New Testament, Jesus rose from the dead after three days and appeared to his Disciples on different occasions during a forty day period before his ascension to heaven.[2]
In Mark, Jesus is crucified along with two rebels, and the day goes dark for three hours.[3] Jesus calls out to God, then gives a shout and dies.[3] The curtain of the Temple is torn in two.[3] Matthew follows Mark, adding an earthquake and the resurrection of saints.[4] Luke also follows Mark, though he describes the rebels as common criminals, one of whom defends Jesus, who promises that the two of them will be together in paradise.[5] Luke portrays Jesus as impassive in the face of his crucifixion.[6] John includes several of the same elements as those found in Mark, though they are treated differently.[7]Cite error:
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