Thematic Bible: Released at feasts
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Criminals » Released at feasts
So the governor asked them, "Which of the two men do you want me to release for you?" "Barabbas!" they replied.
At every festival the governor had a custom of releasing to the crowd any prisoner whom they wanted.
Now he was obligated to release someone for them at the festival.
Prisoners » Released at feasts
Now he was obligated to release someone for them at the festival.
But you have a custom that I release one person for you at Passover. Do you want me to release for you the king of the Jews?"
At every festival the governor had a custom of releasing to the crowd any prisoner whom they wanted. At that time they were holding a notorious prisoner named Barabbas. So when the people had gathered, Pilate asked them, "Which man do you want me to release for you Barabbas, or Jesus who is called "the Messiah'?"