"The time is ripe and the kingdom of God is near; repent and believe in the good news."

So when he came he went straight up to Jesus, and said, "Rabbi," and with much affection kissed Him.

And they dressed Him in a purple robe and made a crown of thorns and crowned Him with it,

When they had finished making sport of Him, they took off the purple robe and put His own clothes on Him. Then they led Him out of the city to crucify Him.

And when they went into the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting at the right; and they were utterly astounded.