Category:Longinus (subject)

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Longinus was, according to Christian tradition, the name of the unnamed Roman soldier who according to the Gospel of John pierced Jesus on the cross with his spear.

Overview

Christian tradition gave a name and an identity to the unnamed Roman soldier mentioned in the Gospel of John.

The character was also identified with the Roman centurion present at the Crucifixion of Jesus.

Longinus in Second Temple sources

Cf. Gospel of John

John 19:34 -- One of the soldiers pierced his side with a spear, and at once there came out blood and water.

Longinus in Scholarship

Longinus in Fiction

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