Matthew 27:20-22

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

²⁰ The chief priests and the elders, however, persuaded the crowds to ask for Barabbas and to execute Jesus. ²¹ The governor asked them, ‘Which of the two do you want me to release for you? ’

‘Barabbas! ’ they answered.

²² Pilate asked them, ‘What should I do then with Jesus, who is called Christ? ’

They all answered, ‘Crucify him! ’^(A)