Dig Site 18 - Canteen's Questions

Question 1

^ When Jesus was before the governor, and was accused by the chief priests and elders, what did He do? ^

Answer 1

“He gave no answer.” (27:11–12)

Question 2

^ What feeling did Pilate have when Jesus did not defend himself? ^

Answer 2

Great amazement (27:14)

Question 3

^ Pilate knew the reason why the Jewish religious leaders handed Jesus over to him. What was it? ^

Answer 3

It was out of self–interest. (27:18)

Question 4

^ Who sent Pilate a message while he was judging Jesus? ^

Answer 4

His wife (27:19)

Question 5

^ What did the chief priests and elders persuade the crowd to do? ^

Answer 5

To ask for Barabbas (27:20)

Question 6

^ What did Pliate do when he realized that an uproar was starting and that he could not persuade the crowd? ^

Answer 6

“He took water and washed his hands in front of the crowd” and said, “‘I am innocent of this man’s blood. … It is your responsibility.’” (27:24)

Question 7

^ Why did Pilate wash his hands in front of the people? ^

Answer 7

To show he was innocent of Jesus’ blood (27:24)

Question 8

^ What did the crowd say about the responsibility for Jesus’ death? ^

Answer 8

“‘His blood is on us and on our children!’” (27:25)

Question 9

^ What did Pilate do with Jesus? ^

Answer 9

“He had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified.” (27:26)

Question 10

^ Finish this verse: “‘What shall I do, then, with …’” ^

Answer 10

“‘… Jesus who is called the Messiah?’” (Mathew 27:22a)