Question 37
Trial and Death of JesusWhy did the accusers of Jesus stay behind while He was led to the Praetorium?
- A.it was forbidden to follow the accused
- B.they were prevented from entering
- C.it was a Sabbath day
- D.they did not want to be defiled.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (they did not want to be defiled.)
Explanation
They did not enter the praetorium ‘so that they might not be defiled, but might eat the passover’ (John 18:28).