Joseph of Arimathea

the burial of Jesus

The Burial of Jesus: Hope Hidden Behind a Sealed Stone (Luke 23:50–56)

In Luke 23:50–56, Joseph of Arimathea courageously requests Jesus’ body and lays Him in a new tomb. What appears to be the end of the story is actually God’s preparation for the triumph of the resurrection.

burial of Jesus

The Burial of Jesus: Courage in the Quiet After the Cross (Mark 15:42–47)

In Mark 15:42–47, Joseph of Arimathea courageously requests Jesus’ body from Pilate and places Him in a tomb. As the Sabbath approaches, faithful followers prepare the burial. Though the story appears to end in silence and grief, God’s redemptive plan is quietly moving toward resurrection.