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Various priests played a role in Jesus' life, with some involved at the time of his birth and others having a role related to his ministry and ultimate persecution and crucifixion.
Group
Rome-appointed chief priests opposed Jesus, securing his death sentence.
The Jewish ruling council that largely opposed Jesus.
Person
Father of John the Baptist and husband of Elizabeth.
High priest of the Sanhedrin.
Topic
Religious leaders opposed Jesus' message in ancient Palestine.
Event
Jesus' calm composure angered accusers, leading to conviction.
Jesus rebukes Pharisees' rituals; some plot death.
A wealthy Sanhedrin meets privately with Jesus.
Annas interrogates silent Jesus before sending to Caiaphas.
Lazarus' resurrection sealed Jesus' fate with religious leaders.
Jesus answers question about his authority with another question.