Jesus
Central figure, the Messiah, and the one who is arrested and tried.
In this chapter, Jesus is betrayed, arrested, and brought before the high priest and Pilate. He demonstrates calmness and authority, fulfilling His mission.
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Key Figures — John 18
6 figures
Judas Iscariot
Betrayer of Jesus.
Judas leads the soldiers to Jesus in the garden, fulfilling his role as the betrayer.
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Disciple of Jesus who denies Him.
Peter follows Jesus after His arrest but denies knowing Him three times, fulfilling Jesus' prediction.
Pontius Pilate
Roman governor who presides over Jesus' trial.
Pilate questions Jesus about His kingship and ultimately hands Him over to be crucified, despite finding no fault in Him.
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Former high priest who first questions Jesus.
Annas questions Jesus about His disciples and teachings before sending Him to Caiaphas.
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High priest who leads the trial against Jesus.
Caiaphas is instrumental in the plot to have Jesus executed, fulfilling his earlier prophecy that one man should die for the people.
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