Strong’s G4091

Πιλᾶτος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

Pilatos

Pronunciation

pee-LAH-tos

Definition

Pilate

Meaning

Pilate.

Usage

Pilate refers to Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea during the time of Jesus Christ. He is most notably recognized for presiding over the trial of Jesus and authorizing His crucifixion. Pilate is depicted as a figure who, despite recognizing Jesus' innocence, succumbed to political pressure and the demands of the crowd.

Bible references

Matthew 27:2;Matthew 27:13;Matthew 27:17;Matthew 27:22;Matthew 27:24;Matthew 27:58;Matthew 27:58;Matthew 27:62;Matthew 27:65;Mark 15:1;Mark 15:2;Mark 15:4;Mark 15:5;Mark 15:9;Mark 15:12;Mark 15:14;Mark 15:15;Mark 15:43;Mark 15:44;Luke 3:1;Luke 13:1;Luke 23:1;Luke 23:3;Luke 23:4;Luke 23:6