Key Figures — Mark 15

6 figures

Jesus
The central figure of the crucifixion narrative.
Jesus is tried, mocked, crucified, and ultimately dies on the cross, fulfilling His role as the sacrificial Lamb for the sins of humanity.
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Pontius Pilate
The Roman governor who presides over Jesus' trial.
Pilate, despite finding no fault in Jesus, succumbs to the crowd's demands and orders His crucifixion.
Related passages
- Matthew 27 (Pilate's role in the trial)
- John 18-19 (Pilate's interactions with Jesus)
Barabbas
A prisoner released instead of Jesus.
Barabbas, a known insurrectionist, is released to the crowd as part of a Passover tradition, highlighting the injustice of Jesus' condemnation.
Related passages
- Matthew 27 (Barabbas' release)
- Luke 23 (Barabbas' release)
Simon of Cyrene
The man compelled to carry Jesus' cross.
Simon is forced by the Roman soldiers to carry the cross for Jesus, symbolizing the call to bear one's cross in following Christ.
Related passages
- Matthew 27 (Simon's role)
- Luke 23 (Simon's role)
The Centurion
A Roman officer who witnesses Jesus' death.
The centurion, upon witnessing Jesus' death, declares, 'Truly this man was the Son of God,' acknowledging Jesus' divine identity.
Related passages
- Matthew 27 (Centurion's declaration)
- Luke 23 (Centurion's declaration)
Joseph of Arimathea
A member of the council who buries Jesus.
Joseph, a respected member of the council, boldly requests Jesus' body from Pilate and provides a tomb for His burial.
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