But Jesus no more answered anything; insomuch that Pilate marveled.Pilate marvelled because both he and Jesus knew that our Lord could have enlisted the governor's aid, having in fact only to ask it; no wonder Pilate marvelled that he would not ask. read more
Jesus’ first appearance before Pilate 15:2-5 (cf. Matthew 27:11-14; Luke 23:1-5; John 18:28-38) read more
2. Jesus’ Roman trial 15:2-20During the Jewish trial Jesus had affirmed His messiahship and the Sanhedrin had condemned Him for blasphemy. During His Roman trial He affirmed His kingship and Pilate condemned Him for treason. The Roman trial, like the Jewish trial, had three stages: an interrogation before Pilate, an attempted interrogation before Herod, and an arraignment and sentencing before Pilate. [Note: For helpful insights into Roman law as it affected Jesus’ trial, see R. Larry... read more
The chief priests, speaking for the Sanhedrin, brought many other charges against Jesus, some of which Luke mentioned (cf. Luke 23:2). Jesus’ failure to defend Himself against so many accusations amazed Pilate (cf. Isaiah 53:7).Ironically Pilate himself declared who Jesus was with his inscription over His cross: the king of the Jews (Mark 15:28). Jesus did not need to tell Pilate who he was. Pilate was going to give Him His proper title anyway. This is another indication of Jesus’ authority in... read more
The Trial Before Pilate. The Crucifixion1-15. Trial before Pilate (Matthew 27:1, Matthew 27:11; Luke 23:1, Luke 23:13; John 18:28). See on Mt and Jn. For the trial before Herod see on Luke 23:6.16-20. The mockery (Matthew 27:27). See on Mt.16. Prætorium] see on John 18:28.21-41. The Crucifixion (Matthew 27:31; Luke 23:26; John 19:16). See on Mt, Lk, Jn.21. Alexander and Rufus] These names occur only in Mk. They were clearly Christians of eminence, well known in the Roman Church for which this... read more
XV.(1-14) And the whole council.—The words in the Greek are in apposition with “the chief priests.” We do not know of any other elements in the Council or Sanhedrin than the priests, scribes, and elders, and it is possible that the writer may have added the words in the sense of “even the whole Council,” as giving the collective word for the body of which the three constituent parts had been already named. On the whole section see Notes on Matthew 27:1-2; Matthew 27:11-23. read more
Mark 15:5 There are few tests of a man's spiritual condition more searching and decisive than the temper with which he bears unmerited insult and railing speech. I do not refer to mere self-command, to the self-respect which forbids an answer in kind, and imposes an external calmness of manner on a swelling indignation within.... The question is not one of self-mastery under, but of superiority to, insult, which feels no anger or resentment at insolence or contempt; and this not from an abject... read more
Chapter 15CHAPTER 15:1-20 (Mark 15:1-20)PILATE"And straightway in the morning the chief priests with the elders and scribes, and the whole council, held a consultation, and bound Jesus, and carried Him away, and delivered Him up to Pilate."". . . And they lead Him out to crucify Him." Mark 15:1-20 (R.V.)WITH morning came the formal assembly, which St. Mark dismisses in a single verse. It was indeed a disgraceful mockery. Before the trial began its members had prejudged the case, passed sentence... read more
Chapter 15 1. Before Pilate. (Mark 15:1-5 .Matthew 27:1-14; Matthew 27:1-14 ; Luke 23:1-4 ; John 18:28-38 .) 2. Barabbas released and the Servant condemned. (Mark 15:6-15 .Matthew 27:15-26; Matthew 27:15-26 ; Luke 23:16-25 ; John 18:39-40 ) 3. Crowned with thorns and mocked. (Mark 15:16-21 .Matthew 27:27-32; Matthew 27:27-32 ; Luke 23:26-43 ; John 19:1-16 ) 4. Crucified. (Mark 15:22-32 .Matthew 27:33-44; Matthew 27:33-44 ; Luke 23:26-43 ; John 19:17-27 ) 5. Obedient unto... read more
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E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Mark 15:5
yet . nothing = not anything any longer (Greek. ouden ouketi). read more