The Christian gospels, as well as Josephus and Tacitus, attribute the crucifixion of Jesus to Pilate’s orders. Josephus reports that Pilate was dismissed after violently quelling a Samaritan uprising at …

Dec 2, 2025 · Pontius Pilate (died after 36 ce) was a Roman prefect (governor) of Judaea (26–36 ce) under the emperor Tiberius who presided at the final trial of Jesus and gave the order for his crucifixion.

Jesus Handed Over to Pontius Pilate - When morning came, all the chief priests and elders of the people plotted against Jesus to put Him to death.

Jun 19, 2025 · Pontius Pilate is first introduced in the New Testament as the Roman governor of Judea. His role is most prominent during the final days of Jesus’ life, when he is tasked with judging Jesus, …

Oct 20, 2025 · Pontius Pilate was the Roman prefect of Judea from AD 26–36 who presided over Jesus’ trial and authorized his crucifixion. In the Gospel accounts, we see Pilate attempting to balance …

Pilate went out again and said to them, “See, I am bringing him out to you that you may know that I find no guilt in him.” So Jesus came out, wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe.

Jan 4, 2022 · Pontius Pilate was the Roman governor of Judea from A.D. 26-36, serving under Emperor Tiberius. He is most known for his involvement in condemning Jesus to death on a cross. Outside of …

Pontius Pilate served as the Roman governor of Judea (often styled “prefect” or “procurator”) under Emperor Tiberius from about AD 26 to AD 36. His tenure placed him during a crucial decade in which …

Mar 26, 2024 · Pontius Pilate was a Roman prefect (or governor) over Judea in the early first century (about 26-36 AD). Those who have read about Pilate in the Gospel accounts may know of him as a …

And Pilate asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” And he answered him, “You have said so.” Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no guilt in this man.” But they were urgent, …