There were many ways in the first-century for a criminal to be put to death, including stoning, beheading, being torn apart by beasts. Yet all the earliest sources attest to the crucifixion of Jesus.
Although the majority of Jews in Jerusalem may not have wanted Jesus to die, or may have had no opinion either way, some of the most influential Jews did see Jesus' death as necessary. All four New Testament gospels testify to the key role of the "chief priests" and other Jewish leaders in the effort to have Jesus crucified. The chief priests included the high priest Caiaphas, who was appointed by Pilate, and other priests who provided leadership, not only for the temple, but for all religious and civic affairs in Jerusalem. Some other learned and powerful Jewish leaders joined with the chief priests in the effort to silence Jesus once and for all.
He was the high priest called Caiaphas.
Yes.Hebrews 4:14 - Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. [NKJV]
Caiaphas.
Jesus is believed to be a high priest in the order of Melchizedek, a figure from the Bible who was both a king and a priest. This title signifies Jesus' role as a spiritual leader who bridges the gap between humanity and God.
No Jesus was not a temple priest. After His death, burial, and resurrection He became the High Priest of God for mankind when they believe on Him. Jesus' priesthood is after the order of Melchizedek.
Judas Iscariot, one of Jesus's disciples, is the one who betrayed him to the high priest for thirty pieces of silver.
Peter questioned Jesus first after He was arrested in the garden, cutting off the ear of the high priest's servant.
The chief priest who had Jesus arrested was Caiaphas. He was the high priest during the time of Jesus' crucifixion and played a significant role in the events leading to Jesus' arrest and subsequent trial.
Caiaphas was the High Priest.
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The high priest at the time Jesus was crucified.
Caiaphas