Do any Christian denominations consider Pontius Pilate a recognized saint, either by canonization or through tradition?
asked Dec 20, 2019 at 4:03
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Yes, by the:
- Ethiopian Church with a feast day on June 19
- Coptic Church with a feast day of June 25
Why?
The above churches believed that Pilate became Christian, was baptized, and even tried to save St. Stephen from being executed, and built a church in honor of Stephen.
Source: Wikipedia on Pontius Pilate
See also: Pontius Pilate, a saint?
answered Dec 20, 2019 at 4:56
