The Extremely SHOCKING Letter Pilate wrote on JESUS' Crucifixion

The "Acts of Pilate" OR " The Letter of Pilate" refers to a collection of documents detailing events surrounding Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea who played a significant role in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ according to the Christian Gospels. 

These documents are not included in the canonical Bible but are considered apocryphal, meaning they are not considered part of the official Christian scripture.

The Acts of Pilate consist of various texts, including the "Gospel of Nicodemus" (also known as the "Acts of Pilate" or the "Report of Pilate"), which is divided into two parts: the "Acts of Pilate" (or the "Gospel of Nicodemus, Part I") and the "Descent into Hell" (or the "Gospel of Nicodemus, Part II"). These texts claim to provide additional details about the trial, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus Christ beyond what is found in the canonical Gospels.

The Acts of Pilate are believed to have originated in the early Christian centuries, likely between the 2nd and 4th centuries AD. They are considered important from a historical and theological perspective as they reflect early Christian traditions and interpretations of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. However, their historical accuracy and reliability are subject to debate among scholars.

While the Acts of Pilate are not considered canonical scripture by most Christian denominations, they have influenced Christian art, literature, and theology throughout history. They offer insights into the ways early Christians understood and interpreted the events surrounding Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.