Pontius Pilate
Roman Governor · New Testament
Roman governor of Judea who presided over the trial and crucifixion of Jesus.
Profile
| Role | Roman Governor |
| Era | New Testament |
| Testament | NT |
| Approximate Dates | c. 1st century AD |
| Birth Place | Rome |
Key Locations
Key Events
- Tries Jesus, Finds no fault, Offers Barabbas, Washes hands, Orders crucifixion, Allows Joseph to take Jesus' body
Scripture References
Matt 27:1-26, Mark 15:1-15, Luke 23:1-25, John 18:28-19:22
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