reality. >> speak to me. >> i think he was a harsher, brutal, matter of fact, military of a man who just got on with the job. >> i have the authority to set you free. i also can have you crucified. >> so why is the pilate of the bible so concerned with the fate of jesus? >> it was crucial for early christians to minimize the responsibility of the romans in crucifying jesus. >> further gospel writers recognizes that jesus is innocent is really important. it's as if unrighteousness recognizes righteousness when it's right in front of them.