So , as well as Jesus , there are small parts for Judas , Peter , two high priests , Pontius Pilate , Pilate 's wife , two witnesses and two ancillae ( maids ) . Soloists sing the words of various characters , also in recitative ; in addition to Jesus , there are named parts for Judas , Peter , two high priests , Pontius Pilate , Pilate 's wife , two witnesses and two ancillae ( maids ) .