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Matthew 27:39

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Those passing by were hurling insults at him, shaking their heads.

The word *ἐβλασφήμουν* (eblasphēmoun) is translated "hurling insults" rather than the softer "reviling" or "mocking," reflecting the full weight of the imperfect tense indicating continuous, contemptuous speech directed at him. *Παραπορευόμενοι* indicates people passing by in transit, not a gathered crowd. Standard rendering otherwise.

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And those who passed by heaped abuse on Him, shaking their heads

And the passers-by jeered at him, shaking their heads

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