^{20 Ref} But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude that they should ask Barabbas, and destroy Jesus.

²¹ The governor answered and said unto them, Whether of the twain will ye that I release unto you? They said, Barabbas.

^{22 Ref} Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified.

^{23 Ref} And the governor said, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out the more, saying, Let him be crucified.