Pontius Pilate

Pontius Pilate was the Roman governor of Judea who presided over the trial of Jesus. He found no guilt in him yet handed him over to be crucified to satisfy the crowd. He washed his hands as if to clear himself of the decision.

• Also known as: Pilate
• Role: Roman governor of Judea
• Key Scripture: Matthew 27:24-26, Luke 23:13-16, John 19:13-16

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