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Mark 15:44 Cross-References
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“And Pilate marvelled if he were already dead: and calling unto him the centurion, he asked him whether he had been any while dead.”
Mark 15:44 (KJV)
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And Pilate marvelled if he were already dead—Pilate's surprise is medically significant. Crucifixion victims typically survived 2-3 days before dying. Jesus died after only six hours (9 AM to 3 PM, Mark 15:25, 34). The Greek verb indicates genuine astonishment—Pilate found the rapid death unusual enough to verify. Calling unto him the centurion, he asked him whether he had been any while dead—Pilate summoned the execution supervising officer to confirm death. Roman centurions were experienced soldiers overseeing countless crucifixions—they knew death's signs. Pilate's verification ensured he w...
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