Pontius Pilate

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Pontius Pilate (active 1st century ad) Roman prefect. In c.ad 26, Emperor Tiberius appointed him procurator (governor) of Judaea. An arrogant and cruel ruler, Pilate is noted for his order to crucify Jesus Christ. In c.ad 36, he was recalled to Rome after sanctioning the massacre of Samaritans.

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