Luke 23:19
(Who for a certain sedition made in the city, and for murder, was cast into prison.)
Cross-references
Luke 23:2
Contrast
Luke 23:2 accuses Jesus of perverting the nation and forbidding tribute — the same sedition charge that actually fit Barabbas here.
Luke 23:5
Contrast
Luke 23:5 accuses Jesus of stirring up the people, while Barabbas literally stirred up sedition as noted here.
Acts 3:14
Allusion
Acts 3:14 explicitly contrasts Jesus the Holy One with Barabbas the murderer, directly referencing the choice described.
Matthew 27:16
Parallel
Matthew 27:16 calls Barabbas a 'notable prisoner,' giving his name and status alongside the account.
Mark 15:7
Parallel
Mark 15:7 adds that Barabbas was imprisoned with insurrectionists and committed murder during the uprising.
John 18:40
Parallel
John 18:40 calls Barabbas a robber, supplementing Luke's description of sedition and murder.