Matthew 27:37 - Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

Bible Comments

set up over His head. This is not therefore the inscription written by Pilate and put upon the cross before it left Pilate's presence (John 19:19); this was brought after the dividing of the garments; and was probably the result of the discussion of John 19:21; John 19:22. See App-163.

over. Greek. epano. up over. See note "upon", Matthew 28:2.

THIS, &c. For these capital letters see App-48.

Matthew 27:37

37 And set up over his head his accusation written, THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS.