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 …

Dec 2, 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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

Pontius Pilate was the Roman governor of Judea during the time of Jesus Christ's ministry and crucifixion. His role in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus is a significant event in the New Testament, …

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 (reigned 27 BCE to 14 CE). His term of office was during the …

The meaning is uncertain: Pontius may be connected with “bridge” or “fifth”; Pilatus may mean “armed with a javelin,” or it may refer to the pilus, or felt cap, emblem of a freed slave.

Pontius Pilate was the Roman governor of Judea (26-37 CE) during the reign of the Emperor Tiberius (14-37 CE). His claim to fame is his role in crucifying Jesus.