Question 36
Trial and Death of JesusAt the trial of Jesus, Pilate was perplexed because
- A.the Jews had no genuine case against Him
- B.Jesus gave no answer to the charges
- C.the Jews asked for the release of Barabbas, a notorious criminal
- D.he knew that Jesus had performed many miracles among the Jews.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (Jesus gave no answer to the charges)
Explanation
Jesus made no further answer to the many charges, ‘so that Pilate wondered’ (Mark 15:4–5).