The Jewish or Ecclesiastical Trial

12. Then the band, and the captain Therefore (John 18:3) the band&c., because of this violent attempt at resistance. The captain or chiliarchis the tribune or chief officer of the Roman cohort. The representations of the hierarchy to the Romans are confirmed by S. Peter's act: Jesus the Nazarene is a dangerous character who stirs up His followers to rebellion; He must be properly secured and bound. Perhaps also their falling to the ground on meeting Him impressed them with the, necessity of using the utmost caution, as with a powerful magician. The whole force is required to secure Him.

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