K is for King of the Jews

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The first indication that Jesus Christ (Letter J) was a king was in the Christmas story, when wise men from the East looking for a new king followed a star. They enquired of the ruler, Herod, where to find the king. Matthew 2:1-2 This was not the same ruler as the Herod at the time of the crucifixion. (Letter C and Letter H)

In the Easter story the question of Jesus’ kingship is very important during his trial. There are numerous verses in the Gospels (Letter G) where the title, The King of the Jews, is used. These are in the passages describing Jesus’ trial (coming up in Letter T) and crucifixion. (Letter C)
Matthew 27:11 , Matthew 27:29 , Matthew 27:37, Mark 15:2 , Mark 15:9, Mark 15:12, Mark 15:18, Mark 15:26, Luke 23:3, Luke 23:37-38, John 18:33, John 18:39, John 19:3 and John 19:14-21

The title was written in more than one language on a sign above the cross on which Jesus died. It was also used as a taunt.

Many passages in the Old Testament point towards a future king. Christians believe that Jesus is the promised one – the King of kings.