(For of necessity he must release one unto them at the feast.)
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Interpretation
The fear of man brings many into this snare, that they will do an unjust thing, against their consciences, rather than get into trouble. Pilate declares Jesus innocent, and has a mind to release him; yet, to please the people, he would punish him as an evil-doer.
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This thought runs through Luke 23:17-21.