A man named Barabbas was in prison. He was there with some other people who had fought against the country’s rulers. They had committed murder while they were fighting against the rulers.
They know that God’s commands are right. They know that those who do evil things should die. But they continue to do those very things. They also approve of others who do them.
But the whole crowd shouted,“ Kill this man! But let Barabbas go!”Barabbas had been thrown into prison. He had taken part in a struggle in the city against the authorities. He had also committed murder.
He set free the man they asked for. The man had been thrown in prison for murder and for fighting against the authorities. Pilate handed Jesus over to them so they could carry out their plans.