Was Pontius Pilate a real person?

Yes, Pontius Pilate was the fifth magistrate to serve in the Roman province of Judea. As a historical figure, we have evidence of contemporary literature, coins minted in his name, and an inscription from the base of what may have included his statue from the city of Caesarea.

Why did Pontius Pilate crucify Jesus?

As a Roman magistrate, Pilate was duty-bound to maintain law and order in the province. In the gospels, Pilate is presented as a weak-willed magistrate who was pressured by the Jews to condemn Jesus.

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Definition

Pontius Pilate was the fifth magistrate to serve in the Roman province of Judea, created in 6 CE by Roman emperor Augustus (r. 27 BCE to 14 CE). His term of office was during the subsequent reign of Tiberius from 26-36 CE. He became famous for the trial and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth (c. 30 CE).

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