Barabbas Collection

Pilate Offers Jesus
Pilate offers Jesus to the crowd, but they prefer Barabbas

Barabbas Released
Offered a choice between releasing Jesus or the robber Barabbas, the crowd choose Barabbas

Ecce Homo, c.1530-c.1550. Creator: Jheronimus Bosch (copy after)
Ecce Homo, c.1530-c.1550. The subject of this painting is the moment when Pilate, in the presence of the high priests, shows Christ crowned with thorns to the Jewish people

We Want Barabbas (engraving)
972597 We Want Barabbas (engraving) by Muller, Charles Louis Lucien (1815-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: We Want Barabbas)

Characters from the Bavarian Passion Play (engraving)
1051981 Characters from the Bavarian Passion Play (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Characters from the Bavarian Passion Play)

Release of Barabbas, St Mark XV, 15 (engraving)
2800424 Release of Barabbas, St Mark XV, 15 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Release of Barabbas, St Mark XV, 15)

"Not this man, but Barabbas"(engraving)
5992413 " Not this man, but Barabbas" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Not this man)

The release of Barabbas, from George Tinworths terra cotta panel (engraving)
5998358 The release of Barabbas, from George Tinworths terra cotta panel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The release of Barabbas)

Christ shown people Ecce Homo Passion series title
Christ shown to the people (Ecce Homo) The Passion (series title), Christ is shown to the people on a podium by Pilate. Pilate has asked the people whether he will release Christ or Barabbas

Pontius Pilate asked the Jews if they prefer to free the thief Barabbas, or Jesus. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

From the Manger to the Cross, Jesus, Pilate and crowd
Scene from the silent movie, From the Manger to the Cross, or Jesus of Nazareth, showing Jesus before Pilate for the last time, with a crowd of people calling for the release of Barabbas

Christ Presented to the People (Ecce Gay), Anonymous, Hendrick Goltzius, 1596 - 1667

Ecce Homo, 1655 (etching)
XOS1109219 Ecce Homo, 1655 (etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 38.7x45.4 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Pilate liberates Barabbas and orders Jesus is crucified. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Jesus before the People
Jesus is presented to the people, who are asked if they want to spare him; but they would rather spare the thief Barabbas

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"Barabbas: The Infamous Exchange of Freedom" In the biblical tale, Pilate Offers Jesus to the crowd, presenting them with a choice between two prisoners - Jesus and Barabbas. Astonishingly, the people demand Barabbas Released instead. This gripping moment has been immortalized in various engravings throughout history. One such engraving depicts the intense scene as Pontius Pilate asks the Jews if they prefer to free the notorious criminal rather than Jesus. The anguish on Pilate's face is palpable as he struggles with this decision that will forever shape history. Another engraving showcases Characters from the Bavarian Passion Play, capturing their emotions and reactions during this pivotal moment. It serves as a reminder of how deeply ingrained this story is within religious traditions. The Release of Barabbas, depicted in St Mark XV, 15 engraving, emphasizes society's flawed judgment by choosing a violent criminal over an innocent man who preached love and compassion. "Not this man but Barabbas, " echoes through time in yet another powerful engraving. These words encapsulate humanity's tendency to reject righteousness for something more familiar or convenient. George Tinworth's terra cotta panel portrays The release with striking detail and emotion. It highlights both relief and despair simultaneously - freedom granted at an immeasurable cost. From Hendrick Goltzius' Christ Presented to the People (Ecce Gay) engraving to Anonymous' depiction titled Christ shown people Ecce Homo Passion series title; these artworks capture humanity's fickleness when faced with choices that challenge our beliefs and values. This captivating narrative also finds its place in cinematic works like "From the Manger to Cross, " where Jesus stands before Pilate amidst a restless crowd yearning for justice or vengeance. Ultimately, "Barabbas: The Infamous Exchange of Freedom" explores profound themes of sacrifice, redemption, and human nature itself.