Jesus' Betrayal
Religious Studies A: AQA GCSE Religions, topic 2.2.4
The Betrayal of Jesus
In Jerusalem, Jesus was betrayed to the Jewish authorities who thought he was a revolutionary.
Conviction
- Jesus was convicted by the Jewish Council of blasphemy and then taken to the Roman Governor for him to confirm the sentence of death.
- Pontius Pilate, the Roman Governor, condemned Jesus to death by crucifixion.
Crucifixion
- Jesus died by crucifixion and was buried in a nearby tomb.
- There are contemporary historical accounts to support the idea that Jesus was executed by the Romans.
Test yourself on Jesus' Betrayal
What did the Jewish council convict Jesus of?
How did Jesus die?