Yes, some believe it began in 76 BC and the last binding Sanhedrin was 358 AD. Jesus lived between 5/4 BC to 31 AD.
Nicodemus
Because that is something that never happened. The complete lack of record of Jesus in the Talmud highlights that he was of no concern to the Sanhedrin.
Sanhedrin
to let water pass over the gills
No he was arrested by the Sanhedrin, a council of Jewish judges.
Yes, Nicodemus was a member of the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling council during the time of Jesus. He is mentioned in the Gospel of John as a Pharisee and a teacher of the law who came to Jesus at night to discuss spiritual matters. His involvement with the Sanhedrin indicates his significant role in Jewish religious leadership.
Blasphemy, which is not punishable by death during that time.
No! The sanhedrin didn't believe Jesus had ever came back to life, that's why they demanded that the Romans persecute the Christians because the Christians told everyone that Jesus had risen from the dead.
Caiaphas was not a member of the Sanhedrin but served as the high priest in Jerusalem during the time of Jesus. The Sanhedrin was the supreme council and tribunal of the Jews, and as high priest, Caiaphas played a significant role within it, particularly in the trial of Jesus. His position allowed him to influence the council's decisions and actions.
This was the like the church court. They wanted to find Jesus guilty
It means : a Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin who became a secret follower of Jesus.
Joseph Ciaiphas