You miss a significant point, however. There had already been quite a few fellows showing up to declare themselves the Messiah; and almost invariably, they'd led militant groups.
The Romans were having no more of this violent insurgency stuff, so the Sanhedrin decided that anyone claiming to be the Messiah would be handed over.
It's a prime example of what happens when you let political expediency override your faith.
I hadn't considered the previous false messiah's, very good point as to Rome's reaction. I had the impression Pontius didn't really see the crime as death worthy because he gave Jesus chances to "rescind" his claims thus removing the death penalty. Plus Jesus kind of ticked off the Pontius during their previous meetings which lead to his ultimate decision at the Sanhedrin Trial. It's been awhile and my memory isn't great as it once was.
I thought this musical summed the trial up well and the Actor for Pontius was really good.
You miss a significant point, however. There had already been quite a few fellows showing up to declare themselves the Messiah; and almost invariably, they'd led militant groups.
The Romans were having no more of this violent insurgency stuff, so the Sanhedrin decided that anyone claiming to be the Messiah would be handed over.
It's a prime example of what happens when you let political expediency override your faith.
I hadn't considered the previous false messiah's, very good point as to Rome's reaction. I had the impression Pontius didn't really see the crime as death worthy because he gave Jesus chances to "rescind" his claims thus removing the death penalty. Plus Jesus kind of ticked off the Pontius during their previous meetings which lead to his ultimate decision at the Sanhedrin Trial. It's been awhile and my memory isn't great as it once was.
I thought this musical summed the trial up well and the Actor for Pontius was really good.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0CgVGrn-AU