^{23 Ref} But they went on crying out loudly, Let him be put to death on the cross. And they had their way.

^{24 Ref} And Pilate gave his decision for their desire to be put into effect.

^{25 Ref} And in answer to their request, he let that man go free who had been in prison for acting against the government and causing death, and Jesus he gave up to their pleasure.