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Barabbas

Facts:

Barabbas was a prisoner in Jerusalem at the time when Jesus was arrested.

  • Barabbas was a criminal who had committed crimes of murder and rebellion against the Roman government.
  • When Pontius Pilate offered to either release Barabbas or Jesus, the people chose Barabbas.
  • So Pilate allowed Barabbas to go free, but condemned Jesus to be killed.

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(See also: Pilate, Rome)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: G912

Forms Found in the English ULB:

Barabbas, Barabbas'