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Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

Mark 15:13

Crucify Him. Stoning was the proper Jewish death for blasphemy. Compare John 18:31; John 18:32. Crucifixion was the Roman punishment for treason. Note the addresses of Pilate:

TO THE COUNCIL: Matthew 27:17; Matthew 27:21; Matthew 27:24; Matthew 27:25

TO THE PEOPLE: Mark 15:8; Mark 15:12

TO THE PRIESTS (specially). Luke 23:13; Luke 23:20; Luke 23:21; Luke 23:22; Luke 23:23.

Then Pilate's final attempt to rescue the Lord. Matthew 27:26; Matthew 15:15.Luke 23:24; Luke 23:25.

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