Mark 15:1-5·~1 min
Jesus Delivered to Pilate
Early in the morning, the leaders bind Jesus and hand him to Pilate. Pilate asks whether he is the King of the Jews, the priests bring many accusations, and Jesus gives no further reply.
E1arly in the morning, the chief priests, elders, scribes, and the whole Sanhedrin devised a plan. They bound Jesus, led Him away, and handed Him over to Pilate. 2So Pilate questioned Him, “Are You the King of the Jews?” 3And the chief priests began to accuse Him of many things. 4Then Pilate questioned Him again, “Have You no answer? Look how many charges they are bringing against You!” 5But to Pilate’s amazement, Jesus made no further reply.
Section summaryThe council hands Jesus over to Pilate. Pilate questions him about kingship, the priests press their accusations, and Jesus gives no further answer.
Role in the chapterThis opening movement transfers the case from the Sanhedrin to Roman authority and keeps Jesus silent before the charges.