Bible Dictionary

Crucifixion

Crucifixion was a form of execution in which a person was fastened to a cross.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

653

Entry Position

145 of 653

Letter

C

Meaning

Crucifixion was a form of execution in which a person was fastened to a cross.

Key Scriptures

  • Matthew 27:27-56
  • Mark 15:16-41
  • Luke 23:26-49
  • John 19:16-37
  • Acts 2:22-36
  • Romans 5:6-11
  • 1 Corinthians 1:18
  • 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
  • Galatians 2:20
  • Colossians 2:14

Original Language

Greek

σταυρόω

stauroō

to crucify; to fasten to a cross

Meaning

Crucifixion was a form of execution in which a person was fastened to a cross. It was used as a punishment in the Roman world.

Biblical Usage

Jesus was condemned to death and crucified at Golgotha. He was nailed to the cross between two thieves and died there.

His crucifixion is central to the New Testament accounts of His suffering and death. The apostles preached that Christ died for sins according to the Scriptures.

Key References

  • Matthew 27:27-56
  • Mark 15:16-41
  • Luke 23:26-49
  • John 19:16-37
  • Romans 5:6-11
  • 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
  • Galatians 2:20
  • Jesus Christ
  • Cross
  • Golgotha
  • Scourging
  • Resurrection
  • Burial

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Continue your Bible study by exploring related Scriptures, dictionary terms, and connected topics.

Scriptures

  • Matthew 27:27-56
  • Mark 15:16-41
  • Luke 23:26-49
  • John 19:16-37
  • Acts 2:22-36
  • Romans 5:6-11
  • 1 Corinthians 1:18
  • 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
  • Galatians 2:20
  • Colossians 2:14

Related Terms

Golgotha Resurrection Scourging Burial Redemption

Study Topics

events death New Testament