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Realistic depiction of Jesus carrying a wooden cross through Jerusalem while surrounded by Roman soldiers before the crucifixion

Suffering Messiah

The concept of the Suffering Messiah is central to biblical theology, especially in the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy through Jesus Christ. The Bible presents the Messiah not only as a triumphant king but also… 

“A woman pours expensive perfume from an alabaster jar onto Jesus’ head while he reclines at a table, illustrating Matthew 26:7 and Psalm 23:5 about anointing with oil.”

Anointed King: Bible verses

“You, O king, are a king of kings. For the God of heaven has given you a kingdom, power, strength, and glory;” The Hebrew word Messiah (מָשִׁיחַ, Mashiach) literally means “Anointed One.” In the Old…