A collection of essays examining the Passion of Jesus. This book analyzes how Mark shapes the narrative of his passion, crucifixion, and resurrection, as well as the theology behind these events. It examines how Mark slows the pace of his gospel in chapters 14 through 16 to highlight the meaning behind the final hours of Jesus' life. The authors explore the background to the text's composition, including the debate over whether Mark drew on pre-existing oral traditions or independently crafted his account. The essays examine how Jesus' suffering became a living reality, providing meaning and hope for the early Christians amidst their own suffering.