Bible Dictionary

Barabbas

Barabbas is an Aramaic name commonly understood to mean "son of the father."

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Total Entries

653

Entry Position

53 of 653

Letter

B

Meaning

Barabbas is an Aramaic name commonly understood to mean "son of the father."

Key Scriptures

  • Matthew 27:15-26
  • Mark 15:6-15
  • Luke 23:18-25
  • John 18:39-40

Original Language

Aramaic

בַּר אַבָּא

bar abba

son of the father

Greek

Βαραββᾶς

Barabbas

Barabbas (personal name)

Meaning

Barabbas is an Aramaic name commonly understood to mean “son of the father.”

Biblical Usage

During the feast, Pilate offered to release a prisoner to the people. The chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude to ask for Barabbas and to demand the crucifixion of Jesus. Pilate released Barabbas and delivered Jesus to be crucified.

Key References

  • Matthew 27:15-26
  • Mark 15:6-15
  • Luke 23:18-25
  • John 18:39-40
  • Pontius Pilate
  • Jesus Christ
  • Crucifixion
  • Prisoner

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Scriptures

  • Matthew 27:15-26
  • Mark 15:6-15
  • Luke 23:18-25
  • John 18:39-40

Related Terms

Crucifixion

Study Topics

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