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When was crucifixion used?
The Bible does not mention crucifixion as a form of execution or punishment to death until the time of Jesus. The Koran puts this type of death in the time of the Exodus which is apparently an error. When it actually began is hard to determine. Relying upon Greek and Roman literature, we find the first mention of an execution occurring during the reign of King Darius of Persia, circa 519 BC. Here the Greek writer Herodotus says 3,000 were crucified. There are accounts of Alexander the Great execution 2,000 in Tyre by crucifixion in circa 330 BC. The Romans appear to have picked up this form of extreme punishment from the Greeks soon after defeating the Carthaginians. These same Romans were quick to point out that others like the Norse and Celts also used this extreme form of execution. This form of punishment is now rare but did occur in recent history, particularly in Europe.
Does the word 'romans' begin with a capital letter?
Yes. The Romans are a group of people. Roman is their title, and title's are always capitalized.
How much did the wood used for Jesus' cross cost?
This is not reported in the Bible. The Romans were known to use crucifixion as a punishment and they may have had a supplier of wood - in bulk, as it were. It is unlikely that they bought the one used for Jesus especially. Don't forget, two other people were crucified that day - so three crosses were needed. They may have 'recycled' previously used crosses. They may even have used wood 'scheduled' for everyday building work.
Why were people crucified in Jesus' time?
Crucifixion was a Roman custom used on the worst malefactors and rebellious slaves. Judea was a tributary to Rome at that time. It is recorded by the Jewish historian Josephus that after the last rebellion of the Jews and the capture and razing of Jerusalem, the countryside was practically denuded of trees the Romans crucified so many.
What do Romans believe in?
Romans believed in gods and winning
