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The Desire of Ages
DA 741.1–744.2 • Luke 23:34, 43; Matthew 27:46

“Calvary”

The Supreme Sacrifice of the Son of God Bearing the Transgression of the World

Bearing the cross up Golgotha, Jesus revealed boundless compassion for the weeping daughters of Jerusalem, forgave His executioners, promised paradise to the dying thief, committed His mother to John, and endured the unfathomable agony of separation from the Father.

pp. 741–744 · 13 paragraphs

Holy Scripture

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Luke 23:34
34

Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

Luke 23:43
43

And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.

Matthew 27:46
46

And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

The Desire of Ages

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The Supreme Sacrifice of the Son of God Bearing the Transgression of the World
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