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Pontius Pilate had a political ally named Sejanus who was apparently implicated in a plot against the emperor. This made Pilate's position shaky at this time due to his associations with Sejanus. Knowing this helps us to understand why the picture given in the Gospel accounts of Pilate being weak and vacillating are undoubtedly accurate. This is of course in stark contrast to some of his previous actions where he showed a callous disregard for the Jews.
It also adds a sharp edge to the comments the Jews made to him at Jesus' trial where they said 'If you set this man free you are not Caesar's friend' and 'we have no king but Caesar.' In the latter comment Pilate knew that they hated Roman rule, but it was a thinly veiled allusion to Pilate's situation, which would undoubtedly have been known to the Jews and which they sought to exploit to their advantage. The implication being of course, that if Pilate were to free Jesus he would thereby be on the side of people like Sejanus, and Pilate knew that the Jews would not have hesitated to make this known to Rome.
Thus, even though Pilate made it clear he believed Jesus to be innocent, he was forced, for the sake of his own skin to accede to the request of the Jews.
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What does the Gospel say about the reasons for the crucifixion of Jesus?
A:The gospels all say that the religious authorities were opposed to Jesus. In the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke), the trigger that led to the arrest and crucifixion of Jesus was the 'cleansing of the temple', in which he overturned the tables of the moneychangers and those that sold sacrifices. For theological reasons, John moves this episode to the very beginning of the mission of Jesus, so in this gospel the trigger for the arrest and crucifixion of Jesus was the resurrection of Lazarus.
Where was Jesus hung during his crucifixion?
Jesus was hung on a cross during his crucifixion.
Did Jesus die of crucifixion or starvation?
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What were the disciples doing after Jesus' crucifixion?
After Jesus' crucifixion, the disciples were in hiding and feeling fearful. They were unsure of what to do next and were grieving the loss of Jesus.
How long was Jesus on the cross during his crucifixion?
Jesus was on the cross during his crucifixion for approximately three hours.
Where was Joseph located at the time of Jesus' crucifixion?
Joseph of Arimathea was located in Jerusalem at the time of Jesus' crucifixion.
Who was on the crosses with Jesus during his crucifixion?
During Jesus's crucifixion, two criminals were also crucified alongside him.
Did Roman times or Jesus's crucification come first?
Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.Roman times and the crucifixion of Jesus came at the same time. Jesus was crucified under the Roman emperor, Tiberius.
What chapter in Bible is Jesus' crucifixion spoken to?
Mathew 27 32 to 56 is the bible verse. These speaks of Jesus Crucifixion.
What happen first crucifixion of Jesus or Constantines conversion and the Edict of Milan?
The crucifixion of Jesus was about 300 years prior to Constantine.
Did Jesus cry on the cross during his crucifixion"?
Yes, according to the Bible, Jesus did cry out while on the cross during his crucifixion.
How long was Jesus nailed to the cross during his crucifixion?
Jesus was nailed to the cross for a period of about three hours during his crucifixion.
