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But the governor answered them, "Which of the two do you want me to release to you?" They said, "Barabbas!"
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A Murderer Over the Messiah
Commentators highlight the shocking nature of the crowd's choice. When presented with a clear option between Jesus, the sinless "Prince of Life," and Barabbas, a known murderer and rebel, they chose Barabbas. Scholars note this reveals the depth of their rejection, preferring a violent insurrectionist over the one who healed their sick and taught love for enemies.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Whether of the twain? Which of the two, Jesus or Barabbas?
19th Century
Baptist
Now the die is cast. The choice of the multitude is made: Barabbas is preferred to Jesus. The Lord of glory had been sold by Judas for the price of…
The leaders helped persuade the crowd. Historically, the crowd’s response is comprehensible. They have come to demand Barabbas’s release. Confronte…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The governor answered and said to them A second time, after some time had been allowed and taken up to consider of t…
Having no malice against Jesus, Pilate urged Him to clear Himself and labored to get Him discharged. The message from his wife was a warning. God h…
13th Century
Catholic
Above, the Evangelist recounted what Christ suffered from the Jews; here, he recounts what He suffered from the Gentiles. And he does four things:<…
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