The inscription above Jesus' cross, according to the New Testament, was a sign stating the reason for his crucifixion. The Gospels give slightly different versions of the inscription, but they all convey the same basic message. Here are the versions from each Gospel:
* Matthew: "This is Jesus, the King of the Jews." (Matthew 27:37)
* Mark: "The King of the Jews." (Mark 15:26)
* Luke: "This is the King of the Jews." (Luke 23:38)
* John: "Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews." (John 19:19)
John's Gospel also states that this inscription was written in three languages: Hebrew, Latin, and Greek (John 19:20). This would have ensured that the message was understood by the diverse population in Jerusalem at the time.