1st century AD · governor of Judea, trial of Jesus around AD 30
Pontius Pilate Bible quiz
Start with these 3 free questions on Pontius Pilate. Tap an answer to check it: each one is explained with the verse it comes from. The full quiz (12 questions, up to the details most readers miss) is in Bible Academy.
Easy questions
1. Which prisoner did Pilate release in place of Jesus?
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Answer: Barabbas. Pilate offers the choice: “Barabbas, or Jesus which is called Christ?” Barabbas, a notorious prisoner, is the name the crowd demands and the man he releases. Matthew 27:16–17
2. According to John, what inscription did Pilate have placed on the cross?
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Answer: Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews. “Pilate wrote a title, and put it on the cross. And the writing was, Jesus of Nazareth the King of the Jews.” The chief priests wanted it changed; he refused. John 19:19
3. What did Pilate do in front of the crowd to show he was innocent of Jesus’ blood?
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Answer: He washed his hands. Pilate “took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just person: see ye to it.” Matthew 27:24