Pilate's Decision in the Gospel of Matthew

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He believed Jesus was a dangerous revolutionary.
He feared reprisal from Herod Antipas if he condemned Jesus.
He saw Jesus as a subject of a religious dispute, not a political threat. (correct)
He was pressured by his wife's dream and wanted to avoid personal repercussions.

It was a customary practice to consult with regional leaders on matters of religious law.
It demonstrated Pilate's respect for Herod's authority over religious matters.
It was a strategic move to solidify the alliance between Pilate and Herod.
It was an attempt to deflect responsibility for Jesus's fate. (correct)

They favored a known insurrectionist over a perceived religious leader. (B) Signup and view all the answers

It was a standard Roman practice, often leading to death, meant to weaken or kill prisoners. (C) Signup and view all the answers

It reflected his uncertainty about Jesus' true guilt despite the pressure. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Pilate's internal conflict regarding the handling of Jesus, recognizing him as innocent but pressured by the crowd.

A ruler who was sent Jesus by Pilate for judgment but found nothing against him.

Crowd preference during trial, choosing Barabbas, an insurrectionist, over Jesus.

A brutal punishment involving whips made with bone and metal that often led to severe injury or death.

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A painful mockery placed on Jesus' head during his torment by soldiers.

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The crowd's insistence on Jesus’ execution, showcasing mob influence.

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Pilate struggled with the truth of the situation, realizing complaints against Jesus stemmed from religious squabbles.
Pilate's wife had a dream warning him to distance himself from Jesus.
Pilate sent Jesus to Herod Antipas, hoping Herod would deal with the case.
Herod, however, was unimpressed, and sent Jesus back to Pilate.
Pilate pondered releasing a prisoner near Passover.
Barabbas, an insurrectionist, was an alternative prisoner.
Pilate frustrated, chose to have Jesus scourged.
The scourging used bone-scraped whips.
Pilate offered Jesus to the crowd, but they insisted on crucifixion.
Pilate hesitated, but the crowd demanded Jesus' death.