Mark 15:30 nasb — save Yourself, and come down from the cross!"

NASB

"save Yourself, and come down from the cross!""

— Mark 15:30, NASB

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Mark 15 — Context

27

They *crucified two robbers with Him, one on His right and one on His left.

28

[And the Scripture was fulfilled which says, "And He was numbered with transgressors."]

29

Those passing by were hurling abuse at Him, wagging their heads, and saying, "Ha! You who are going to destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days,

30

save Yourself, and come down from the cross!"

31

In the same way the chief priests also, along with the scribes, were mocking Him among themselves and saying, "He saved others; He cannot save Himself.

32

"Let this Christ, the King of Israel, now come down from the cross, so that we may see and believe!" Those who were crucified with Him were also insulting Him.

33

When the sixth hour came, darkness fell over the whole land until the ninth hour.

Mark 15:30 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 15:30 say?
Mark 15:30 in the NASB reads: “save Yourself, and come down from the cross!"”
Where is Mark 15:30 in the Bible?
Mark 15:30 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 15, verse 30.
Who wrote Mark?
Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.
What is the book of Mark about?
Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.
What are the major themes of Mark?
Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 15:30.
What translation should I read Mark 15:30 in?
Mark 15:30 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Mark 15:30?
Mark 15:30 reads (NASB): “save Yourself, and come down from the cross!"” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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