THE CROWN OF THORNS
Which thorn or type of thorn was used is uncertain. One comes from a plant called the Syrian Christ Thorn, a shrub about 12 inches high with two large, sharp, recurved thorns at the bottom of each leaf. This plant is common in Palestine, especially around the site of Golgotha where Christ was crucified. Another plant, simply called the Christ thorn, is dwarf-sized shrub anywhere from 4′ to 8′ high. Its thorns are easy to pick. The branches also can be bent easily to form a crown, and the thorns, in pairs of different lengths are stiff — like nails or spikes. From The Resurrection Factor, by Josh McDowell, pg. 44
To view this resource, log in or sign up for a subscription plan
