What does it mean that Jesus was 'guilty of death'?

The phrase 'guilty of death' refers to the unjust condemnation of Jesus by the Sanhedrin, who falsely accused Him during His trial. While they deemed Him guilty based on their distorted perceptions and false testimonies, the reality is that Christ was innocent, having committed no sin. However, in the plan of salvation, Jesus willingly took upon Himself the sin and guilt of humanity, making Him, in a representative sense, guilty of the death penalty that our sins deserve. This paradox highlights the nature of His sacrificial role: He was unjustly condemned by men while simultaneously bearing the rightful penalty for the true guilt of His people.