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This article examines the question of who bears responsibility for the crucifixion of Jesus, addressing the tension between Roman authority and New Testament accounts that implicate Jewish leaders. By analyzing the historical context of Roman crucifixion, the role of Pontius Pilate, and the political dynamics of first-century Judea, it establishes that the Romans were ultimately responsible for Jesus’s death. Additionally, the discussion explores how certain Gospel passages may reflect later Christian attempts to distance themselves from Judaism, contributing to longstanding misunderstandings about Jewish involvement and fueling anti-Judaism throughout history.