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Barabbas
Holman Bible Dictionary
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According to Origen, supported by a relatively small number of late manuscripts at Matthew 27:16 , Barabbas was named “Jesus Barabbas.” Though not well attested, the reading is possible. If it is correct, Pilate's question to the crowd in Matthew 27:17 would have added poignancy. See Christ; Cross; Crucifixion.
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These dictionary topics are from the Holman Bible Dictionary, published by Broadman & Holman, 1991. All rights reserved. Used by permission of Broadman & Holman.
These dictionary topics are from the Holman Bible Dictionary, published by Broadman & Holman, 1991. All rights reserved. Used by permission of Broadman & Holman.
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Butler, Trent C. Editor. Entry for 'Barabbas'. Holman Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/hbd/b/barabbas.html. 1991.
Butler, Trent C. Editor. Entry for 'Barabbas'. Holman Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/hbd/b/barabbas.html. 1991.
