Jesus Christ, triumphal entry of

Jesus Christ rode into Jerusalem on a colt, royally yet humbly, to the rejoicing of his followers, but provoking opposition from the Jewish religious leaders.

The colt used in Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem

Jesus Christ's instructions to his disciples

Luke 19:29–31 parallels Matthew 21:1–3, Mark 11:1–3

As He approached Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, He sent out two of His disciples, saying, “Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it here. If anyone asks, ‘Why are you untying it?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it.’”

The obedience of the disciples

See also Matthew 21:6 parallels Mark 11:4–6, Luke 19:32–34

Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem

John 12:14–15 parallel Matthew 21:4–5 See also Isaiah 62:11; Zechariah 9:9

Finding a young donkey, Jesus sat on it, as it is written: “Do not be afraid, O Daughter of Zion. See, your King is coming, seated on the colt of a donkey.”

The response of the crowd to Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem

Proclamation of Jesus Christ's kingship

Matthew 21:8 parallels Mark 11:8, Luke 19:36; 2 Kings 9:13 Spreading cloaks on the road was an act of royal homage.

Proclamation of Jesus' messiahship

Matthew 21:9 parallels Mark 11:9–10, Luke 19:37–38 See also Psalm 118:26

The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!”

Proclamation of Jesus Christ's victory

John 12:13 Palm branches were used in celebration of victory. See also Leviticus 23:40; Psalm 118:27; Revelation 7:9

They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting: “Hosanna!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Blessed is the King of Israel!”

The response of the Pharisees to Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem

Luke 19:39–40