John 18:40

The Message

They shouted back, “Not this one, but Barabbas!” Barabbas was a Jewish freedom fighter.

Cross References

Matthew 26:55

Then Jesus addressed the mob: “What is this—coming out after me with swords and clubs as if I were a dangerous criminal? Day after day I have been sitting in the Temple teaching, and you never so much as lifted a hand against me. You’ve done it this way to confirm and fulfill the prophetic writings.” Then all the disciples cut and ran.

Matthew 27:26

Then he pardoned Barabbas. But he had Jesus whipped, and then handed over for crucifixion.

Mark 15:15

Pilate gave the crowd what it wanted, set Barabbas free and turned Jesus over for whipping and crucifixion.