Jesus Before Caiaphas
The Setting When Jesus stood before Caiaphas, the high priest, at His so-called trial, it marked the climax of a battle between Him and the corrupt Jewish Temple leadership that had been escalating since Jesus began His ministry. Essentially, the religious leaders were outraged that Jesus claimed authority to speak for God in a way that was equal to or even superior to their own authority (MGet More Articles—Subscribe Today!
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Caiaphas was cruel. Like today’s man, unable to make a decision or protect what Jews believed in, manipulated by the world. His judgement was clouded by influence, like today’s youth, drinking alcohol and on drugs.