Bible Verses About "What Is Golgotha"
Golgotha is the Aramaic name for the hill where Jesus was crucified — the 'place of a skull' that became the site of the world's redemption.
Golgotha is the Aramaic name for the hill where Jesus was crucified — the 'place of a skull' that became the site of the world's redemption.
"And when they were come unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull." — Matthew 27:33 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is Golgotha?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"And when they were come unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull."
"And they bring him unto the place Golgotha, which is, being interpreted, The place of a skull."
"When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost."
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