Mat 27:24 | MHM | STEP | v. 24 : Pilate sees that he cannot convince the crowd, and that a riot is starting. He washes his hands in front of everyone to show that he does not take responsibility for Jesus’ death, saying, “I am innocent of this man’s blood.” But this action does not remove his guilt—he is still the one who gives the order for Jesus to be crucified.

‏ Matthew 27:24

v. 24: Pilate sees that he cannot convince the crowd, and that a riot is starting. He washes his hands in front of everyone to show that he does not take responsibility for Jesus’ death, saying, “I am innocent of this man’s blood.” But this action does not remove his guilt—he is still the one who gives the order for Jesus to be crucified.