Luke 23:17

(For of necessity he must release one unto them at the feast.)

Cross-references

Matthew 27:15 describes the same Passover release custom that Luke 23:17 records as obligatory, providing parallel background.

Mark 15:6 Parallel

Mark 15:6 also mentions the custom of releasing a prisoner at the feast, matching Luke's note about the obligation.

John 18:39 Parallel

John 18:39 records the same Passover release custom, which Pilate attempts to use for Jesus' release here.