Luke 23:20

God's Word

But because Pilate wanted to free Jesus, he spoke to the people again.

Cross References

Matthew 27:19

While Pilate was judging the case, his wife sent him a message. It said, “Leave that innocent man alone. I’ve been very upset today because of a dream I had about him.”

Mark 15:15

Pilate wanted to satisfy the people, so he freed Barabbas for them. But he had Jesus whipped and handed over to be crucified.

Luke 23:19

(Barabbas had been thrown into prison for his involvement in a riot that had taken place in the city and for murder.)

Luke 23:21

They began yelling, “Crucify him! Crucify him!”

John 19:12

When Pilate heard what Jesus said, he wanted to free him. But the Jews shouted, “If you free this man, you’re not a friend of the emperor. Anyone who claims to be a king is defying the emperor.”