daughter_of_Annas
The wife of Caiaphas the high priest.
Who is daughter_of_Annas in the Bible?
The daughter of Annas mentioned in John 18:13 refers to the unnamed wife of Caiaphas, the high priest who presided over Jesus' trial and condemnation. Caiaphas, who was the son-in-law of the former high priest Annas, led the Sanhedrin council that determined Jesus was guilty of blasphemy and delivered him to Pontius Pilate for execution. Scripture provides no name or personal details about Caiaphas' wife beyond this single reference, though as the wife of the high priest she would have occupied a prominent position in Jerusalem's religious and aristocratic circles. Her significance lies primarily in her connection to one of the central figures in Jesus' passion narrative, though she herself remains a largely anonymous figure in the Gospel accounts.
Biography
Jhn.18.13 makes a passing reference to the wife of Caiaphas, the Jewish high priest at the time of Jesus' trial and crucifixion. Caiaphas presided over the Sanhedrin council that condemned Jesus and turned him over to Pontius Pilate for execution. No other details are provided in Scripture about Caiaphas' wife. As the wife of the high priest, she would have been a prominent woman in Jerusalem's aristocratic circles. However, her name and any other information about her life are unknown.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentJohn 1 verse
- John 18:13
"They brought Him first to Annas, who was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mentioned | Greek | Kaïáphas | the dell; Caiaphas (i.e. Cajepha), an Israelite |