Matthew 27:21 meaning and explanation

“Which of the two do you want me to release to you?” asked the governor. “Barabbas,” they replied.

Matthew 27:21, Berean Standard Bible

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Pilate has already offered the crowd a choice between Barabbas, a notorious prisoner, and Jesus, whom he knows was handed over out of envy. The chief priests and elders have been working the crowd, urging them to ask for Barabbas and demand Jesus' death.

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