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Research on the relationship between the Fourth Gospel and the Dead Sea Scrolls has made a significant progress, enlightening correspondences and differences. This article analyses the synonymic expressions in 4Q161 fr. 8-10,17- 25 and John 19:2-5 by applying the intertextual criteria proposed by M. Pfister. The study has revealed a meaningful background to the trial of Jesus, enlightening the relationship between kingship, conflict, priesthood and cult. The double level of the Johannine presentation of Jesus during the trial, shows an anointed king who establishes his kingdom and executing his victory and judgment without violence. It is possible to argue that a hypothetical reader of 4Q161 may have been able to recognise John’s messianic description, however, this does not necessarily mean an adhesion of faith.