Mockings were routine in Roman culture, but in Christ’s case, the crown of thorns contributed significant physical agony. Scourgings also routinely preceded crucifixions. What was a scourging, and if Pilate believed Jesus to be innocent, why was Jesus scourged at all? The Jewish leaders insisted on crucifying Jesus and blackmailed Pilate to achieve their goal. Find out how on Monday’s podcast, Search the Scriptures LIVE!

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