Christ in the Midst: Cross as Universal Throne
John's eyewitness account burns with a detail that transforms our understanding of the Crucifixion's cosmic significance. Jesus hung 'in the midst' of two robbers—a placement...
This is historical examples on christ's universal authority and judgment and accountability, drawing on John 19:17-30.
John's eyewitness account burns with a detail that transforms our understanding of the Crucifixion's cosmic significance. Jesus hung 'in the midst' of two robbers—a placement orchestrated by Pilate's mockery, yet divine in its symbolism. He was completely identified with transgressors, yet central to all things and all men. Pilate, intending only sarcasm, inscribed the title across three languages: Hebrew for Israel's national revelation, Greek for human wisdom and intercourse, Latin for imperial law and power.…
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