Goa, March 29 -- Jesus stays utterly silent, and in silence, Jesus showed his authority to the Jews by confirming that he was the Son of God. He showed his authority before Pilate by confirming he was the King of the Jews. He showed his authority again to Pilate by reminding him that God was truly in control, not Pilate. If Jesus had answered Pilate, he would have submitted himself to Pilate, who had no authority of his own. And Jesus shows Herod his authority by remaining silent. By not speaking to Herod, Jesus showed us all that he really does have all the power. If Jesus would have spoken to Herod or performed a miracle at Herod's command, Jesus would have been obeying Herod, thus showing Herod had authority over Jesus. Sometimes silen...