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Paul Before Pilate: A Case Study
The Jesus trial before Pilate with that of Paul before Pilate’s successors showed that the Roman government and the local ruler concluded that the accused has committed no crime. Paul was in jail for two years under the governors of Felix and Festus. While the corrupt Felix awaits an expected bribe. Festus won over Felix as Roman government and Paul was given a new trial.

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