Bible Strands
Luke 23:15
Neither has Herod, for he sent Him back to us. As you can see, He has done nothing deserving of death.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Pilate addresses the chief priests and officials after examining Jesus and learning that Herod had previously handled the case. He speaks at the trial's climax, following his initial inquiry and Herod's return of Jesus to his jurisdiction.
The words — οὐδὲ (oude) means "not even," and ἀνέπεμψεν (anepempsen) means "he sent back." These terms ground Pilate's claim that Herod found no basis for execution.
The thread — The text records a sequence of official examinations that repeatedly clear Jesus of capital charges (Luke 23:14; Luke 23:22). This verse continues that pattern by noting the procedural return of Jesus from Herod to Pilate, reinforcing the narrative of unjust condemnation.
Why it lands — The passage demands recognition of the gap between official verdicts and popular demands. It asks the reader to acknowledge that the condemnation proceeded despite multiple authorities declaring Jesus innocent.
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The Greek words
King James Version
No, nor yet Herod: for I sent you to him; and, lo, nothing worthy of death is done unto him.