Matthew 27:15

Modern English Version

Now at the feast, the governor was accustomed to releasing to the people a prisoner whom they chose.

Cross References

Acts 25:9

But Festus, desiring to do the Jews a favor, asked Paul, “Are you willing to go up to Jerusalem to be judged concerning these charges before me?”

Acts 24:27

But after two years Porcius Festus succeeded Felix. And Felix, desiring to do the Jews a favor, left Paul imprisoned.

John 19:16

Then he handed Him over to them to be crucified. So they took Jesus and led Him away.

Luke 23:16

I will therefore chastise Him and release Him.”

Matthew 26:5

But they said, “Not on the feast day, lest there be an uproar among the people.”

Matthew 27:16

They had then a notorious prisoner called Barabbas.

Luke 23:17

For he was obligated to release one man to them at the feast.

Luke 23:18

But they all cried out at once saying, “Take this Man away and release Barabbas to us!”

John 18:16

But Peter stood at the door outside. Then the other disciple, who was known to the high priest, went out and spoke to the doorkeeper and brought Peter in.