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Pontius Pilate
Contributed by: Clay
  • 1. Which event is Pontius Pilate most famously associated with?
A) The baptism of Jesus
B) The sermon on the mount
C) The crucifixion of Jesus
D) The resurrection of Jesus
  • 2. According to the Gospels, how did Pilate attempt to absolve himself of responsibility?
A) He put it to a vote
B) He washed his hands
C) He condemned Jesus himself
D) He fled Jerusalem
  • 3. Which Roman Emperor was in power during Pilate's governance?
A) Nero
B) Tiberius
C) Augustus
D) Caligula
  • 4. Which Jewish festival was occurring during Jesus' trial?
A) Passover
B) Hanukkah
C) Pentecost
D) Tabernacles
  • 5. Who did Pilate release instead of Jesus?
A) Barabbas
B) Matthew
C) Lazarus
D) Simon
  • 6. How is Pilate viewed in Christian theology?
A) As a martyr
B) As a hero
C) As a villain only
D) As a figure of moral conflict
  • 7. What was Pilate's primary concern during the trial?
A) The truth of the accusations
B) Maintaining order and avoiding unrest
C) The opinions of the Pharisees
D) Justice for Jesus
  • 8. Which Gospel contains the most detailed account of Pilate's interaction with Jesus?
A) John
B) Mark
C) Luke
D) Matthew
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