Question 23
Trial and Death of Jesus'"Do you want me to release for you the King of the Jews?"'
According to Mark, Pilate asked the question above because he
- A.wanted to release Barabbas instead of Jesus
- B.perceived that the Jews were envious of Jesus
- C.was not willing to release Jesus
- D.was afraid of riot by the Jews.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (perceived that the Jews were envious of Jesus)
Explanation
Mark 15:10 explains that Pilate knew it was out of envy that the chief priests had delivered Jesus up.