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Why Jesus said no to a crucifixion painkiller
Fr. David Howell, Catholic Herald
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Only St. Mark records the fact that Jesus refused wine mixed with myrrh before his crucifixion. This drink was a rudimentary painkiller, and so the fact it was offered to Jesus implies an act of mercy to one about to undergo horrific pain. So why did Jesus refuse it? The reason has to do with the final cup of Passover wine.