Jesus' Crucifixion and the Reason for His Coming

Jesus' crucifixion, as described in the Gospel of Mark, emphasizes the heinousness of sin and the need for its payment. It demonstrates the justice of God and the immense love that led Jesus to willingly die for humanity. Jesus' crucifixion fulfills prophecies from the Old Testament, showing his role as the Passover Lamb and the true King. The mocking and abuse Jesus endures on the cross highlight the irony that those who condemn him are actually blaspheming the Son of God. The tearing of the temple curtain symbolizes the access to God now available to all, and the centurion's declaration that Jesus is the Son of God confirms the divine significance of his sacrifice.