Act 2, Scene 10 Summary

The scene now changes to the hall in front of the steps. Jesus is once again brought before Pontius Pilate, the Roman Governor, who is angry that Jesus in that place again. Council members Annas and Caiaphas are there. Caiaphas explains that they must look to Rome for the death penalty. A soldier cuts Jesus down from the ropes and Pilate demands proof of a crime. The mob, held back behind iron railings, demands that Jesus be crucified.

Pilate tried to help Jesus, who has been brought here manacled and beaten by his own people. He asks Jesus where his Kingdom is. Jesus replies that he has no Kingdom in this world and his activities are through. There may be a Kingdom for him somewhere, but he does not know where. Pilate asks if Jesus is a King. Jesus replies, "It's...