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Thieves, the Two

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(Luke 23:32,39-43 ), robbers, rather brigands, probably followers of Barabbas. Our Lord's cross was placed between those of the "malefactors," to add to the ignominy of his position. According to tradition, Demas or Dismas was the name of the penitent thief hanging on the right, and Gestas of the impenitent on the left.

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These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.

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Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Thieves, the Two'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ebd/t/thieves-the-two.html. 1897.

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Thieves, the Two