Matthew 27:39
Matthew 27:39 in Multiple Translations
And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads
¶ And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their heads,
And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads,
And those who went by said bitter words to him, shaking their heads and saying,
Those who passed by shouted insults at him, shaking their heads,
And they that passed by, reuiled him, wagging their heades,
and those passing by were speaking evil of him, wagging their heads,
Those who passed by blasphemed him, wagging their heads
And they that passed by, reviled him, wagging their heads,
And they that passed by, blasphemed him, wagging their heads,
The people who were passing by insulted him by shaking their heads as if he were an evil man.
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Study Notes — Matthew 27:39
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 27:39
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- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 27:39
- Cambridge Bible on Matthew 27:39
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- Sermons on Matthew 27:39
Context — The Crucifixion
39And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads
40and saying, “You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, save Yourself! If You are the Son of God, come down from the cross!” 41In the same way, the chief priests, scribes, and elders mocked Him, saying,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 109:25 | I am an object of scorn to my accusers; when they see me, they shake their heads. |
| 2 | Lamentations 1:12 | Is this nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look around and see! Is there any sorrow like mine, which was inflicted on me, which the LORD made me suffer on the day of His fierce anger? |
| 3 | Psalms 69:7–12 | For I have endured scorn for Your sake, and shame has covered my face. I have become a stranger to my brothers and a foreigner to my mother’s sons, because zeal for Your house has consumed me, and the insults of those who insult You have fallen on me. I wept and fasted, but it brought me reproach. I made sackcloth my clothing, and I was sport to them. Those who sit at the gate mock me, and I am the song of drunkards. |
| 4 | Psalms 22:6–7 | But I am a worm and not a man, scorned by men and despised by the people. All who see me mock me; they sneer and shake their heads: |
| 5 | Luke 23:35–39 | The people stood watching, and the rulers sneered at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One.” The soldiers also mocked Him and came up to offer Him sour wine. “If You are the King of the Jews,” they said, “save Yourself!” Above Him was posted an inscription: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. One of the criminals who hung there heaped abuse on Him. “Are You not the Christ?” he said. “Save Yourself and us!” |
| 6 | Mark 15:29–30 | And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads and saying, “Aha! You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, come down from the cross and save Yourself!” |
| 7 | 1 Peter 2:22–24 | “He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in His mouth.” When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly. He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. “By His stripes you are healed.” |
| 8 | Psalms 109:2 | For wicked and deceitful mouths open against me; they speak against me with lying tongues. |
| 9 | Job 16:4 | I could also speak like you if you were in my place; I could heap up words against you and shake my head at you. |
| 10 | Psalms 35:15–21 | But when I stumbled, they assembled in glee; they gathered together against me. Assailants I did not know slandered me without ceasing. Like godless jesters at a feast, they gnashed their teeth at me. How long, O Lord, will You look on? Rescue my soul from their ravages, my precious life from these lions. Then I will give You thanks in the great assembly; I will praise You among many people. Let not my enemies gloat over me without cause, nor those who hate me without reason wink in malice. For they do not speak peace, but they devise deceitful schemes against those who live quietly in the land. They gape at me and say, “Aha, aha! Our eyes have seen!” |
Matthew 27:39 Summary
This verse tells us that the people walking by Jesus as He was on the cross made fun of Him and shook their heads in scorn. They didn't recognize who He really was - the Son of God. It's a sad reminder that people often reject and mock what they don't understand, just like it says in Matthew 25:40. But even in the midst of all this abuse, Jesus remained humble and obedient, showing us what it means to truly follow God's will, as seen in John 10:18.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the people passing by heap abuse on Jesus?
The people passing by heaped abuse on Jesus because they did not recognize Him as the Son of God, and they were likely influenced by the chief priests and elders who had condemned Him to death, as seen in Matthew 27:41 and John 19:15.
What does shaking their heads mean in this context?
Shaking their heads was a gesture of scorn and mockery, similar to what is described in Psalm 22:7, where it says 'All who see me mock me; they make faces at me and shake their heads.'
How does this verse relate to the rest of the crucifixion story?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of Jesus' crucifixion, where He was mocked and abused by those around Him, fulfilling the prophecy in Isaiah 53:3, which says 'He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief.'
What can we learn from the way Jesus responded to the abuse?
Jesus' response to the abuse, as seen in Matthew 27:39-40, teaches us about His humility and obedience to God's will, as described in Philippians 2:8, where it says 'He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.'
Reflection Questions
- How would I have responded if I were standing near the cross, watching Jesus being mocked and abused?
- What are some ways that I can identify with the crowd in this verse, and how can I learn from their mistakes?
- How can I apply the lesson of Jesus' humility and obedience in my own life, especially when faced with difficult circumstances?
- What does this verse teach me about the nature of sin and the human heart, and how can I use this knowledge to deepen my relationship with God?
Gill's Exposition on Matthew 27:39
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Matthew 27:39
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Matthew 27:39
Trapp's Commentary on Matthew 27:39
Ellicott's Commentary on Matthew 27:39
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Matthew 27:39
Cambridge Bible on Matthew 27:39
Barnes' Notes on Matthew 27:39
Whedon's Commentary on Matthew 27:39
Sermons on Matthew 27:39
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Evil Men in the Plan of God by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing and desiring Jesus above all else. He discusses the upcoming difficult days that the world will face and reminds th |
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(The Life of Jesus) His Crucifixion by Earle Maxwell | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of receiving a late-night phone call from a distressed woman whose husband was in the intensive care ward. This experience |
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Silence the Mocking Voices by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the impact of mocking voices that can lead to discouragement and distraction from God's will. It delves into the mocking of Jesus and the importance of surre |
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Destined for the Cross by Paul E. Billheimer | Paul E. Billheimer preaches on the foundational principle of self-sacrifice in the universe, exemplified by Christ's choice to stay on the cross despite temptations to come down an |
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Exposition on Psalm 22 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on Psalm 21, reflecting on the words spoken by Jesus Christ Himself during His resurrection. The psalm portrays the suffering and humility of Christ, from be |
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(The Full Gospel) 23. the Secret of Discernment by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of discernment in recognizing truth, as illustrated by the thief on the cross who, despite his criminal background, discerned Jesus' innocence |
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Micah 5:1 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the prophetic significance of Micah 5:1, which foretells the suffering of the Messiah, highlighting how the events of Jesus' crucifixion were predetermined b |







