Category:Trial of Jesus before Pilate (subject)

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The Trial of Jesus before Pilate was an episode in the Passion of Jesus, according to the Gospels of Mark (15:1-20a), Matthew (27:1-2.11-31), Luke (23:1-25), and John (18:28-19:16).

Arrest of Jesus -> Trial of Jesus before the High Priest -> Peter's Denial -> Trial of Jesus before Pilate -> Crucifixion of Jesus

Overview

In the four gospels, Pilate plays a central role in the events surrounding the trial and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth, a role confirmed by Tacitus in the only extant reference to Pilate in Roman sources.

In the Gospel of Mark, Pilate shows an ambiguous attitude toward Jesus; he does not see anything wrong in him yet is eager to "please the crowd."

In the Gospel of Matthew, Pilate washes his hands and blames "all the people" of Jerusalem for their decision.

In the Gospel of Luke, Pilate is actively engaged in the attempt to save Jesus, whom he regards as innocent. Luke is also the only Gospel to include the Trial of Jesus before Herod Antipas. Although Luke seems to exonerate Pilate, Acts blames both Pilate and Herod Antipas for gathering together against Jesus (4:27).

In the Gospel of John, Jesus and Pilate friendly converse and the governor appear as a docile instrument of God's plan.

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