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What have archaeologists found that confirm and illuminate many of the details of Jesus' last days on earth? In recent issues of The Good News we have examined archaeological findings that shed light on the period of Jesus Christ's ministry in Judea in the early first century. In the four Gospels no period of Christ's ministry is more detailed than the last few days when He was arrested, tried and crucified as a common criminal.
Events rushed to a crescendo as Jesus and His disciples came to Jerusalem for that final Passover feast. The chief priests began to panic after hearing that in nearby Bethany Jesus had resurrected His friend Lazarus from the dead John How did they react to news of this miracle?
For this Man works many signs. If we let Him alone like this, everyone will believe in Him, and the Romans will come and take away both our place and nation. Then, from that day on, they plotted to put Him to death" verses Amazingly, the tomb of this priest was discovered in Israeli archaeologist Zvi Greenhut, who confirmed the finding, describes the event:.
When I arrived I observed that the roof of the cave had collapsed. But even while standing outside, I could see four ossuaries, or bone boxes, in the central chamber of the cave. To an archaeologist, this was a clear indication that this was a Jewish burial cave So it was that we discovered the final resting place of the Caiaphas family, one of whose priestly members presided at the trial of Jesus" "Burial Cave of the Caiaphas Family," Biblical Archaeological Review , September-October , pp.
Two of the 12 stone boxes found had the name Caiaphas written on the side, and one contained the entire name, "Joseph, son of Caiaphas. Archaeologist Ronny Reich provides further details of the find: "The most elaborately decorated ossuary found in this cave contains two inscriptions relating to Caiaphas The elderly man buried in the highly decorated ossuary was apparently Joseph.
It was probably a forefather who had acquired this nickname [Caiaphas was apparently a nickname that meant "basket," probably from "basketmaker. Josephus [the first-century Jewish historian] gives his proper name as well: Joseph Caiaphas, or elsewhere, 'Joseph who was called Caiaphas of the high priesthood.
Archaeologists have thus confirmed the existence of this important New Testament figure. They have also proven the existence of another leading character instrumental in the events surrounding Jesus' arrest, trial and execution. The New Testament portrayal of Pilate agrees with other historical accounts.
Philo, the Alexandrian Jewish philosopher 20 B. Annas, an ex-high priest and influential figure, subjects Jesus to interrogation John Annas then passes Jesus over to Caiaphas, the current ruling high priest.
Caiaphas subjects Jesus to further interrogation. Jesus never denies who he is but rather he confirms it Matthew ; Mark ; John Meanwhile Peter is denying him outside. What a contrast. Thank God we have a High Priest who is capable and able to defend us. If Jesus could stand up before his intended executors for us, we should have abundant confidence that he now stands up for us before our Father in heaven Matthew ; Mark ; Luke ; John , Hebrews 4: Jesus is beaten and mocked by his captors Matthew ; Mark ; Luke and by dawn brought again to face the Sanhedrin - a council of the high priest, elders and scribes.
They pronounce him guilty as charged but still need to take him to Pilate as they do not have the necessary authority to carry out the death sentence Matthew ; Mark ; Luke ; John His second trial begins. Herod mocks Jesus and sends him back to Pilate Luke On his return Pilate attempts to release Jesus, as he is now certain of his innocence. Pilate's plan backfires and Barabbas, a revolutionary and murder, goes free in Jesus place. Before you gasp in horror remember Jesus took your place as well as Barabbas.
Barabbas release was not coincidental. Nothing was going to get Jesus free at this point. Not even a stern warning from Pilate's wife who had a frightening dream that night about the innocence of Jesus Matthew , Mark , Luke , John Jesus is finally scourged, mocked and sentenced to death by crucifixion John ; Matthew ; Mark ; Luke Jesus died on the cross for our sins. Read the account yourself in Matthew ; Mark ; John and Luke Try and put the whole story together and conclude the passion events.
Ponder the implications and lessons as you go along. Father forgive them for they do not know what they are doing Luke The death of Jesus on the cross opens the door for God's forgiveness. The cross is all about forgiveness and God's love. No wonder that these are the first words Jesus spoke on the cross. I tell you the truth; today you will be with me in paradise Luke Jesus' act of love on the cross means we now have access to God.
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