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John 19:23

King James Version (KJV)

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John 19:23

Verse 23 of 42

Scripture focus

Then the soldiers, when they had crucified Jesus, took his garments, and made four parts, to every soldier a part; and also [his] coat: now the coat was without seam, woven from the top throughout.

John 19:23 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on John 19:23

Theological / Devotional

Made four parts. The clothing became the property of the executioners. Only John mentions the number of the soldiers. The following division has been suggested, the headgear, the sandals, the girdle, and the tallith, the outer garment with fringes (Robertson). What was done with the clothing of the crucified robbers is not disclosed.

Coat. Gr. chiton, an inner garment (see on Matt. 5:40).

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