Pontius Pilate Trial Flashcards
1
Q
What is Jesus convicted of?
A
Treason
2
Q
Christians view of trial today
A
Many blamed Jewish in past
Anti-semitism
Meant today see it as fulfilling gods plan
Shouldn’t be anti-Semitic
“Love your neighbour as yourself”
Jesus was a Jew - 2005 pope offered greeting to Jewish
3
Q
Meaning and significance
A
Jesus had been on trial al night "Are you the king of the Jews? - yes!" Passover custom = release a prisoner 2 prisoners = Jesus and barabbas Shouted "crucify him" at Jesus Pilate scared a riot would happen
