Mark 6:26
The king was deeply saddened, yet because of his oaths and his guests he was reluctant to refuse her.
Matthew 14:9
Under pressure because of his promises and his assembled guests, the king ordered that it be done.
Matthew 27:3-5
Then Judas, who had betrayed him, regretted what had happened when he saw that Jesus was condemned. He brought the 30 pieces of silver back to the high priests and elders,
Matthew 27:24-25
Pilate saw that he was getting nowhere, but that a riot was about to break out instead. So he took some water and washed his hands in front of the crowd, saying, "I am innocent of this man's blood. Attend to that yourselves."