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The Roman governor who tried to wash his hands of Jesus' execution
Also known as Pontius Pilate
Pilate Stone inscription (Latin dedicatory slab mentioning "Pontius Pilatus, Prefect of Judea"), discovered 1961 by Antonio Frova at Caesarea Maritima, housed at Israel Museum; also referenced by Tacitus (Annals 15.44) and Josephus (Antiquities 18.3)
Pontius Pilate Roman prefect of Judea from AD 26–36. He presided over Jesus' trial, found no fault in Him — but caved to the crowd's pressure. Literally washed his hands to say 'not my problem.' His historicity is confirmed by the Pilate Stone, discovered at Caesarea Maritima in 1961, which bears his name and title.
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