Poetry · Character
Great Pilate
Roman governor who condemns Jesus to crucifixion.
minor
Also known as Pilate
First appearance: The Crucifixion
Great Pilate shows up with force in The Crucifixion. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Pilate judges Jesus, finds no fault in him, washes his hands, but ultimately allows the crucifixion.
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