righteous man or a shrewd trial attorney would do under the circumstances. We see a dramatic display of righteous indignation coupled with a plea for punishment. We do not see a serious group of elders deliberating according to law. 9. Execution. The death sentence was carried out on the same day as the conviction. According to Jewish law an actual execution must never be carried out before sunset of the following day. This delay was designed to prevent mob action and to allow the judges additional