Short Fiction · Character
Pilate
The Roman governor in a religious legend.
minor
First appearance: saint veronica s kerchief
Pilate shows up with force in Bethlehem's Children. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned indirectly as the Roman authority; the soldier reflects on Pilate's orders.
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In Bethlehem's Children: Mentioned indirectly as the Roman authority; the soldier reflects on Pilate's orders. Later, in VI: Implied as the authority behind the crucifixion; the denier among the beggars speaks of not…
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Character groups
- Diverse Historical, Biblical, and Legendary Figures
- Religious and Domestic Figures
- Historical and Legendary Figures
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