1. What is the meaning of Mark 15:17?

2. How does Mark 15:17 illustrate the mockery Jesus faced before His crucifixion?

3. What significance does the "purple robe" hold in Mark 15:17's context?

4. How can we respond to mockery for our faith, as seen in Mark 15:17?

5. Compare Mark 15:17's mockery with Isaiah 53:3's prophecy of the suffering servant.

6. How does Mark 15:17 challenge us to stand firm in our faith today?

7. Why did the soldiers place a purple robe on Jesus in Mark 15:17?

8. What is the significance of the color purple in Mark 15:17?

9. How does Mark 15:17 reflect the theme of mockery in the Passion narrative?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 15?

11. What is the significance of the Crown of Thorns?

12. How do the events described in Mark 15 align with differing crucifixion accounts in the other Gospels?

13. Song of Solomon 7:5 – Is likening hair to royal purple historically or archaeologically supported in ancient Israel, and does it conflict with other scriptural cultural references?

14. What events transpired during the crucifixion of Jesus?1. How does the mockery of Jesus with the crown of thorns and purple robe deepen your understanding of His sacrifice?

2. In what ways can the irony of the soldiers' actions (mocking Jesus as King) encourage you in your faith journey?

3. How can reflecting on Jesus' endurance of suffering help you face your own trials and challenges?

4. What does the cost of redemption, as seen in Jesus' suffering, teach you about the seriousness of sin and the depth of God's love?

5. How can you apply the humility and obedience of Christ in your daily interactions and relationships with others?1. What can we learn from Jesus' silence before Pilate when facing false accusations?

2. Why do you think the crowd chose to release Barabbas instead of Jesus?

3. How does the mockery Jesus endured reflect on human cruelty and prejudice?

4. Simon of Cyrene was compelled to carry Jesus' cross. How do we bear our crosses in life?

5. How might the soldiers' casting lots for Jesus' clothing inform a believer's view on indifference towards suffering?

6. How does Jesus' cry of despair on the cross deepen our understanding of His humanity and suffering?

7. What is the significance of the temple curtain being torn in two at the moment of Jesus' death?

8. How does the centurion's recognition of Jesus as the Son of God demonstrate faith born out of witnessing Jesus' endurance?

9. What can we learn from Joseph of Arimathea's act of respect and bravery?

10. How does Mark's description of Jesus' death contrast with common societal views of power and victory?

11. How might the maltreatment of Jesus inform our understanding and response to injustice and suffering today?

12. How can the compassion and help of Simon of Cyrene guide us in offering help to others?

13. How does the death of Jesus challenge our understanding of sacrifice and love?

14. In what ways do the mocking words of the bystanders at the cross reflect our own doubts and tests of faith?

15. How can the reactions of the women at the crucifixion guide us in responding to personal grief and loss?

16. How does the faith of the centurion challenge our own faith experiences?

17. In what ways can we provide dignity and respect to others like Joseph of Arimathea did for Jesus?

18. How does Mark 15 reshape our understanding of the cost of redemption?

19. What role does courage play in the actions of characters like Simon, the centurion, and Joseph of Arimathea?

20. How might the faith displayed by various characters in Mark 15 inspire us in our personal journey of faith?

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