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As HE waited for the prisoner to be caught and brought before him, Annas, the most powerful man in Israel, felt depressed. Already he foresaw certain trouble; no matter how many "messiahs" they exterminated, the troubles of the people continued to create the need for salvation.
The old man glared hopelessly around his grand salon and then, rising from his stool, walked slowly toward the steps of his dais. Wearily he mounted the platform and sat in the imposing chair, as the door was flung open and the captain of the guard stood at attention before Annas.