The palace was located in the western part of the upper city and served as both a comfortable residence and fortress. Early pilgrims to Jerusalem generally identified the praetorium with the Antonia Fortress, where the traditional Way of the Cross begins.
What is Praetorian?
1 often capitalized : of, forming, or resembling the Roman imperial bodyguard. 2 : of or relating to a praetor.
What is meaning of scourged?
1 : flog, whip. 2a : to punish severely. b : afflict. c : to drive as if by blows of a whip. d : chastise.