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NASB | John 19:31 ¶ Then the Jews, because it was the day of preparation, so that the bodies would not remain on the cross on the Sabbath (for that Sabbath was a high day), asked Pilate that their legs might be broken, and that they might be taken away. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 19:31 ¶ Since it was the day of Preparation [for the Sabbath], in order to prevent the bodies from hanging on the cross on the Sabbath (for that Sabbath was a high holy day) the Jews asked Pilate to have their legs broken [to hasten death] and the bodies taken away. |
Subject: EdB, Did He die on Thursday? |
Bible Note: Nolan ... Apology accepted and likewise I apologize to you and all for any hard feelings. I know that John 19:31 does not specify the day of the week. Ask your friend, if there is a difference between '3 days' and '3 days and 3 nights.' Also, what does '3 days since' mean (Luke 24:21). Steve |