Mark 15:12

"But the chief priests stirred up the multitude, that he should release Barabbas to them instead."

Key Reflection

This stirring up of the crowd by the chief priests represents their manipulation and exploitation of public sentiment for their own nefarious purposes. By pitting the people against Jesus, they exploit the crowd's desire for immediate justice or rebellion, leading to a tragic miscarriage of mercy and truth.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 12. No notes from Barnes on this verse. {z} "King of the Jews" Ps 2:6; Jer 23:5; Ac 5:31 __________________________________________________________________

Related Verses

Psalms 2:6
Jeremiah 23:5
Acts 5:31

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