John 19:32
Then came the soldiers, and brake the legs of the first, and of the other which was crucified with him.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
Then came the soldiers,.... Pilate having granted the Jews what they desired; either the soldiers that crucified Christ, and the others with him, and watched their bodies, being ordered by Pilate,…
This passage concerning the piercing of Christ's side after his death is recorded only by this evangelist.
I. Observe the superstition of the Jews, which occasioned it (Joh 19:31): Because it was the…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
Then came the soldiers The soldiers therefore came, in consequence of the fresh order from Pilate which the Jews would bring. Two probably went to each of the robbers.