Pontius Pilate
Mentioned in 23 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Roman governor of Judea (26-36 AD) who presided over Jesus's trial and crucifixion during the time of John the Baptist. Pilate is frequently referenced in Christian podcasts as a central figure in the Passion narrative, typically characterized as recognizing Jesus's innocence but ultimately authorizing his execution under pressure. He is prominently mentioned in Nicene Creed recitations and biblical commentary podcasts discussing the Gospel accounts of Jesus's trial.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Apr 13, 2026
Friendship Makes Us Brave
“Mentioned in Nicene Creed recitation as authority under whom Jesus suffered and was crucified”
2819 Church · Mar 16, 2026
CROSS TO COMMISSION | He Has Risen | Matthew 28:1-10 | Milton James
“Roman governor who tried Jesus before his crucifixion”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 11, 2026
Water From the Rock 2026
“Mentioned in the Nicene Creed recitation as the authority under whom Christ suffered and was crucified”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 9, 2026
The Day of Atonement
“Mentioned in the Nicene Creed recitation as the authority under whom Jesus suffered and was crucified”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 8, 2026
Supporting Our Leaders
“Historical figure mentioned in Nicene Creed recitation during meditation”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 7, 2026
Ask, but Don't Complain
“Referenced in the Nicene Creed recitation as the authority under whom Jesus suffered”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 4, 2026
Raising Up the Bones
“Historical figure under whom Jesus suffered and was crucified according to the Nicene Creed”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 2, 2026
Pharaoh's Hardened Heart
“Mentioned in the Nicene Creed recitation as the authority under whom Jesus suffered”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Mar 1, 2026
Passover
“Mentioned in the Nicene Creed recitation as the authority under whom Jesus suffered and was crucified”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Feb 28, 2026
What Do Your Idols Look Like?
“Historical figure referenced in the Nicene Creed recitation during the meditation”
Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs · Feb 28, 2026
February 28 (Pt 2): John 19-21 (CSB)
“Roman governor who authorizes Jesus's crucifixion despite finding no grounds for charges”
O'Connor & Company · Feb 27, 2026
SUSAN FERRECHIO, KRISTI NOEM AND MUSK, JOHN MINADAKIS, JESUS NEWS
“Roman procurator of Judea during period when geological evidence suggests seismic activity occurred”
Daily Rosary Meditations | Catholic Prayers · Feb 27, 2026
Bound for Freedom
“Referenced in the Nicene Creed recitation as the authority under whom Jesus suffered and was crucified”
2819 Church · Feb 23, 2026
CROSS TO COMMISSION | The King Crucified | Matthew 27:32-44 | Philip Anthony Mitchell
“Roman governor who presided over Jesus's trial and crucifixion; referenced as finding Jesus not guilty but ultimately authorizing his execution.”
Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry · Feb 12, 2026
February 12 (Exodus 29–30; Psalm 39; Luke 3)
“Roman governor of Judea during the time of John the Baptist”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Feb 9, 2026
Ep 1301 | 'The Jews Killed Jesus': Blood Libel or Biblical Truth?
“Roman governor who authorized Jesus's crucifixion despite recognizing his innocence”
The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) · Feb 9, 2026
Day 40: Suffering Servant (2026)
“Roman governor of Judea (26-36 AD) who condemned Jesus to death despite finding him innocent”
Through the ESV Bible in a Year with Jackie Hill Perry · Feb 8, 2026
February 8 (Exodus 22–23; Psalm 36; Mark 15)
“Roman governor who presides over Jesus's trial and orders his crucifixion in the Mark 15 narrative”
The Exorcist Files · Jan 28, 2026
S2- Case #20 "Ghosts of Our Past"
“Biblical figure referenced for hand-washing as a symbol of guilt and the desire for absolution”
Unashamed with the Robertson Family · Jan 21, 2026
Ep 1252 | The Robertsons Rebuke Protesters Who Stormed a Minnesota Church
“Referenced as example of person confronted with truth by Jesus but choosing not to engage with it.”
2819 Church · Jan 19, 2026
CROSS TO COMMISSION | Choose Christ | Matthew 27:15-26 | Philip Anthony Mitchell
“Roman governor of Judea who presided over Jesus's trial and capitulated to crowd pressure despite recognizing innocence”
2819 Church · Jan 12, 2026
A POWER IN SILENCE | MATTHEW 27:11-14 | PHILIP ANTHONY MITCHELL
“Roman governor of Judea who presided over Jesus's trial, caught between recognizing Jesus's innocence and political pressure”
Blurry Creatures · Dec 23, 2025
EP: 383 The True Star of the Magi with Caleb Jones
“Declared Jesus 'King of the Jews' on cross, making him the last King of the Jews and fulfilling prophecy”