John 18:13

And led him away to Annas first; for he was father in law to Caiaphas, which was the high priest that same year.

Cross-references

John 18:24 Parallel

John 18:24 concludes the sequence: Annas sends Jesus to Caiaphas, confirming the order of events from verse 13.

John 11:51 Historical context

John 11:51 reveals Caiaphas's unwitting prophecy that Jesus would die for the nation, giving background to his role as high priest that year.

John 11:49 Historical context

John 11:49 introduces Caiaphas as high priest that year and his sharp rebuke, providing character background for the trial narrative.

Matthew 26:57 records Jesus being led to Caiaphas the high priest, while John adds the initial stop at Annas, his father-in-law.

Luke 3:2 Historical context

Luke 3:2 mentions both Annas and Caiaphas as high priests, showing Annas's enduring influence, which explains his role in Jesus's trial.

Acts 4:6 Historical context

Acts 4:6 lists Annas as high priest alongside Caiaphas, confirming Annas's ongoing authority and why Jesus was brought to him first.

Matthew 26:3 Historical context

Matthew 26:3 identifies Caiaphas as the high priest whose palace was the gathering place for the plot, setting the stage for the trial.

Mark 14:53 Historical context

Mark 14:53 recounts Jesus being taken to the high priest (Caiaphas) with all the council gathered, while John notes the preliminary stop at Annas.