Pontius Pilate is the best-attested figure to hold the position of Roman governor, though few sources about his rule have survived. Virtually nothing is known about his life prior to becoming governor or …

Oct 11, 2025 · According to the traditional account of his life, Pilate was a Roman equestrian (knight) of the Samnite clan of the Pontii (hence his name Pontius). He was appointed prefect of Judaea …

Jun 7, 2024 · Pontius Pilate served as the governor of Judea and is known for overseeing the trial and crucifixion of Jesus. Pilate was a military man from a second-tier noble family, lacking experience in …

Apr 2, 2014 · Pontius Pilate served as the prefect of Judaea from 26 to 36 A.D. He convicted Jesus of treason and declared that Jesus thought himself King of the Jews, and had Jesus crucified.

The inscription, which was written in Latin, read “Pontius Pilatus, Prefect of Judaea,” and provided the only known physical evidence of his administration. The inscription was found reused in a stairway of …

Oct 25, 2022 · Pontius Pilate was the fifth magistrate to serve in the Roman province of Judea, created in 6 CE by Roman emperor Augustus (r. 27 BCE to 14 CE). His term of office was during the …

Jun 3, 2025 · Pontius Pilate, Judea’s Roman prefect during the reign of Emperor Tiberius, occupies a unique place in both historical and religious narratives. Pilate is best known for his role in the trial and …

Apr 29, 2025 · Pontius Pilate, the man who sentenced Christ to death, is one of the most controversial and mysterious figures in human history.

Oct 4, 2024 · Explore the real Pontius Pilate beyond biblical portrayals. This article delves into Pilate's historical background, his governance of Judea, and how the Gospels' depiction contrasts with …

Pontius Pilate (/ ˌpɒnʃəs ˈpaɪlət / or / ˌpɒnti.əs ˈpaɪlət /; [1][2][3] Latin: Pontius Pīlātus, Greek: Πόντιος Πιλάτος, Pontios Pīlātos[4]) was the governor of the Roman province of Judaea from AD 26 until 36. …