Psalm 2:6 prophesies God setting His King — the inscription 'King of the Jews' identifies Jesus as that chosen one, though in mockery.

In Matthew 2:2, the Magi ask for the newborn 'king of the Jews' — the same title reappears at Jesus' death, bookending his earthly life.

Matthew 27:37 records the same inscription, adding 'This is Jesus' — specifying the identity of the King of the Jews.

In Luke 23:37, the rulers mock Jesus with 'King of the Jews' — using the inscription's title to taunt him.

John 19:18-22 expands on the inscription, showing Pilate's refusal to alter 'King of the Jews', emphasizing Jesus' kingship.

John 19:19 adds 'Jesus of Nazareth' to the title, specifying the full charge on the cross.

In Zechariah 9:9, the coming king is announced — here on the cross, Jesus is proclaimed as that same King, albeit in humiliation.