State he was imprisoned with rebels who committed murder during an insurrection against Roman occupying forces. John: Labels him a bandit or robber. The Choice: Jesus vs. Barabbas
was a New Testament prisoner who gained notoriety for being released by Pontius Pilate instead of Jesus Christ during a customary Passover pardon. While the Bible offers limited biographical details, his role serves as a pivotal narrative and theological element in the Passion of Christ. Biblical Identity and Crimes Barabbas
Seeking a way to release Jesus, whom he considered innocent, Pilate offered the crowd a choice between the two men. State he was imprisoned with rebels who committed
Influenced by religious leaders, the crowd demanded the release of Barabbas and the crucifixion of Jesus. Barabbas was a New Testament prisoner who gained
According to the Gospels, Roman governor Pontius Pilate had a custom of releasing one prisoner chosen by the crowd at Passover.