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What does the Bible say about the thirst of Jesus on the cross?

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Jesus' declaration 'I thirst' highlights His profound physical and spiritual suffering, representing His conscious absence of God's favor and righteousness.

In John 19:28, Jesus says, 'I thirst,' which signifies not just His intense physical condition but also a deeper spiritual thirst, emphasizing His isolation and suffering during His crucifixion. This statement reveals the reality of His humanity, as He experienced the full weight of sin and separation from the Father. It parallels the depiction of hell in Scripture, where the rich man begs for water to quench his thirst, symbolizing profound anguish and separation from God. Thus, His cry 'I thirst' encapsulates the enormity of His suffering, both in the flesh and in spirit, as He bore the weight of sin on our behalf.
Scripture References: John 19:28-30, Luke 16:24

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I Thirst!
Todd Nibert · Nov 29, 2009
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