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Simon of Cyrene carries the cross behind Jesus under Roman guard.
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Mark 15:21

Simon Carries the Cross

The Cross and the Tomb · Mark 15

Story guide: The soldiers compel Simon of Cyrene, coming from the country, to carry Jesus’s cross along the road.

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21Simon of Cyrene, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was passing by on his way in from the countryside, and the soldiers forced him to carry Jesus’ cross.

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