The Gospel According to Pilate
Brief Overview
The Gospel According to Pilate by Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt is a fictional reimagining of the events surrounding the life and death of Jesus Christ, seen through the eyes of the Roman governor Pontius Pilate. The first part of the book narrates the story of Jesus, his teachings, miracles, and arrest, culminating in the crucifixion. In the second part, Pilate, skeptical of Jesus's divine nature, investigates his resurrection. Pilate writes letters to his brother in Rome, trying to understand who Jesus truly was — a messiah or a deceiver. The book raises questions of faith, doubt, and human nature.
Date of publication: 27 September 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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