²⁷ Two robbers were also crucified that morning, their crosses on either side of his. ^28 [a]And so the Scripture was fulfilled that said, “He was counted among evil men.”

^29-30 The people jeered at him as they walked by, and wagged their heads in mockery.

“Ha! Look at you now!” they yelled at him. “Sure, you can destroy the Temple and rebuild it in three days! If you’re so wonderful, save yourself and come down from the cross.”