Pilate page 4 by ric Gustafson
Pilate, wearing a new toga and a floral wreath on his head, waited for his bride. In the weeks before the ceremony, he and his future father in law decided on a dowry. He also talked to Annius Rufus who was the prefect of Judea before Valerius Gratus. He was curious about his new assignment.
Claudia approached him. He smiled at how beautiful she looked. She was wearing a red orange veil and a garland of flowers on her head.
They turned toward each other and held hands.
Claudia looked into Pilate's eyes. " Ubi tu Gaius ego Gaia".
A covered basket of coarse wheat bread was placed upon an altar. Prayers to Jupiter, Juno and other Gods were said.
A cry erupted from the throng of guests. " Feliciter, Feliciter".
Claudia and Pilate were now man and wife.
Proculeius set out a huge wedding banquet of a seven course meal/
Plenty of vintage wine was brought up from the wine cellar.
To Pilate, life could not be any better.
research help: ' Pontius Pilate' by Paul L Maier
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
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