I gave my back to those who strike me, and my cheeks to those who pull out the beard; I hid not my face from disgrace and spitting... I have set my face like flint, for I know I shall not be put to shame. — Biblical Meaning & Context

Topic: CHRIST · Category: Cross Work — Crucified, Pierced, Curse-Bearer · Reference: Isaiah 50:6-7

I gave my back to those who strike me, and my cheeks to those who pull out the beard; I hid not my face from disgrace and spitting... I have set my face.

Scriptural Cross-References

  • Isaiah 50:4-5
  • Isaiah 50:8-9
  • Luke 9:51
  • Matthew 26:67