And took Jesus before Pilate. See notes on Matthew 27:11-35; John 18:28 to John 19:16. Matthew says they put Jesus in chains and took him. Telling them not to pay taxes to the Emperor. This was false (see Matthew 22:21). It is ironic that they accuse Jesus of doing what Barabbas had actually done (see Mark 15:7 and note there). Claiming that he himself is Christ, a king. This was true, but not in the sense of their charge. He did not claim to be an earthly king. I find no reason to condemn this man. This is Pilate's verdict, after questioning Jesus (see John 18:33-38). He is starting a riot. They try again to make Jesus seem to be one of the "Zealots" who start riots in their attempt to drive out the Roman Occupation Troops. He sent him to Herod. Herod Antipas. This man murdered John the Baptist. Herod was very pleased. He had a great curiosity about Jesus. Herod and his soldiers made fun of Jesus. Pilate was not cruel like Herod. Herod and Pilate became friends. Because Pilate had sent Jesus to Herod. Nor did Herod find him guilty. Pilate tries again to set Jesus free. I will have him whipped, then, and let him go. This would be a compromise which would allow the Council to "save face." Pilate will have an innocent man whipped and then let him go free. Set Barabbas free for us! Barabbas is a guilty man! See notes on Matthew 27:15-26. See note on Luke 23:2.

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