Matthew 27: 20 But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude that they should ask for Barabbas, and destroy Jesus.
Here on display were two ambassadors, from two entirely different kingdoms, Barabbas representing the kingdom of darkness, and Jesus representing the kingdom of light. Therefore, when they asked for Barabbas, the invisible leader of that particular kingdom was the one that was really chosen.
If two nations have to negotiate on a very important national issue, such as trade, they’ll often send their representatives to the bargaining table, just like how the president of China does not always attend high stake summits personally. It is not always necessary for him to do so, because designated persons could represent him.
Thus, if an agreement is reached and decided upon, it is not merely the negotiator’s wishes that were in negotiation, it would have been the real leaders of the nations in question, whose will was done, and who would ultimately approve and appropriate the stated results. Thus, when Barabbas was chosen, he represented the prince of darkness, who then approved the choice that was made, and who ultimately went on to rule the people with an iron fist.
Matthew 27:21 The governor answered and said unto them, which of the two will you that I release unto you? They said, Barabbas.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!