The Trial of Jesus from a Lawyer's Standpoint, Vol. 2 (of 2) / The Roman Trial

Name: The Trial of Jesus from a Lawyer's Standpoint, Vol. 2 (of 2) / The Roman Trial
Author: Walter M. Chandler

By Walter M. Chandler

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A legal analysis reconstructs the Roman proceedings surrounding the trial of Jesus, contrasting Jewish and Roman jurisdictions, detailing Pilate’s powers, the mode of capital trial and punishment under Roman law, and reviewing appearances before Pilate and before Herod before a final legal summation. The second part situates the events within Græco‑Roman pagan religion and social life to clarify motives and atmosphere. Appendices offer biographical sketches of Sanhedrin members and the apocryphal Acts of Pilate; illustrations, a bibliography, and documentary notes supplement the lawyerly examination.

About the Author

Walter M. Chandler

Walter M. Chandler was an American author and legal scholar best known for his two-volume work, "The Trial of Jesus from a Lawyer's Standpoint." In this detailed examination, Chandler presents a legal perspective on the trials of Jesus, exploring both the Hebrew and Roman judicial systems of the time. His writings reflect a unique intersection of law and theology, offering insights into the historical and legal context surrounding one of the most significant events in religious history. Through his work, Chandler contributes to the discourse on legal ethics and the interpretation of biblical events.