Bible Dictionary
Judgment hall
The judgment hall refers to the praetorium, the official residence or headquarters of a Roman governor. Jesus was brought before Pilate there, and Paul was later kept in Herod’s praetorium at Caesarea.
Biblical Usage
Jesus was led to the judgment hall, while the Jewish leaders remained outside. Pilate entered and left the hall during the proceedings. Paul was commanded to be kept in Herod’s judgment hall at Caesarea.
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