Comments on John 19 v7-8 Pilate's reaction here may be a result of his Roman cultural and religious background which held to the idea that humans could be deified, as was the case with Caesar, or that there were demi-gods like Perseus. v25-27 Jesus' mother Mary was apparently widowed at this point so Jesus makes sure that John takes her in to care for her. v31 More classical irony from John. In keeping with their scrupulous Sabbath preparations they want to break the legs of the people so they die before the Sabbath. Copyright © 2001 by S. Kurt Neumiller . All rights reserved. No part of this text may be reproduced in any form or by any means for commercial gain without the express written consent of the author. Digital or printed copies may be freely made and distributed for personal and public non-commercial use.