Matthew 27:35

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When they had crucified him, they divided his clothing among them, casting lots,

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Cyrene was a North African city, Galilee Jesus’ northern home region, and Jerusalem the Judean city where he was crucified. Simon of Cyrene’s involvement and the Jerusalem setting highlight that Jesus’ death occurred publicly at Passover, drawing people from across the Jewish world.

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Matthew 27:35 mentions Cyrene, Galilee and Jerusalem.

Cyrene · joepyrek
Galilee · מלאק אבו גוש
Jerusalem · Godot13

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