The Priceless Crown

“The just one’s sacrifice is most pleasing, nor will it ever be forgotten.” Sirach 35:9

King Charles III wore two crowns during his coronation. The centerpiece of the ceremony was the St. Edward’s Crown which is made of solid gold and had 444 semi-precious stones. It was so heavy it would break the sovereign’s neck should he bend while wearing it! It is considered priceless and thus, cannot be insured. Perhaps that is why the King wore his working crown or the Imperial State Crown during the final procession in the gold State Coach. 

Other famous crowns include the Imperial Crown of Austria, the Crown of the King Of Bavaria estimated at $17 million dollars, the Bohemian Crown with its huge jewels, and the  Crown Jewels of Norway. The latter were hacked to pieces in 1984. Some parts are still missing. 

No matter how valuable and magnificent these crowns are, none can be more treasured and priceless than the crown our Savior wore. A crown of thorns was placed on His head, and He wore it while He sacrificed His life willingly for us. As many teachers and preachers have said, “Jesus paid a debt He didn't owe because we owed a debt we couldn't pay.” 

Thank You Jesus for the blood You willingly shed for us on the cross. It showed how serious our sin was, and how big Your love is for us!