Associations to the word «Pilate»

Wiktionary

PILATE, proper noun. Pontius Pilate, the man who, according to the Bible, ordered the crucifixion of Jesus
PILATE, adjective. Resembling hair; minutely clavate.

Dictionary definition

PILATE, noun. The Roman procurator of Judea who ordered that Jesus be crucified (died in AD 36).

Wise words

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