ISB ~ Mark 11 v7

the colt:Recalls the messianic prophecy of Zech 9:9.

• The colt in this oracle symbolizes the king’s humility as he comes to Israel in “peace”, not mounted on a “war horse” to lead a military strike against Rome (Zech 9:10). Jesus’ entry into the city also recalls Solomon’s procession into Jerusalem at his coronation as the King of Israel (1 Kings 1:32-40; CCC 559-60). See note on Mt 21:1-11.