Matthew 27:57-66
“When the even was come, there came a rich man of Arimathæa, named Joseph, who also himself was Jesus’ disciple: He went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. Then Pilate commanded the body to be delivered. And when Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, And laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn out in the rock: and he rolled a great stone to the door of the sepulchre, and departed. And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulchre. Now the next day, that followed the day of the preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees came together unto Pilate, Saying, Sir, we remember that that deceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again. Command therefore that the sepulchre be made sure until the third day, lest his disciples come by night, and steal him away, and say unto the people, He is risen from the dead: so the last error shall be worse than the first. Pilate said unto them, Ye have a watch: go your way, make it as sure as ye can. So they went, and made the sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, and setting a watch.”

What does Matthew 27:57-66 mean?
Matthew 27:57-66 in the King James Version of the Bible tells the story of Jesus' burial after his crucifixion. This passage holds significant meaning in the Christian faith and has deep symbolism that embodies themes of hope, sacrifice, and the fulfillment of prophecy. The…
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In the profound sorrow of Good Friday, the Gospel of Matthew takes us to the tomb of Jesus through the eyes of Joseph of Arimathaea, a wealthy man and secret disciple of Christ. Matthew 27:57-66 unveils a narrative that bears witness not only to the tragic end of the earthly…
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Dear Heavenly Father, As we come before You today, our hearts are heavy with the weight of the sacrifice of Your Son, Jesus Christ. It is in moments of deep reflection, like these, that we recall the events surrounding His death and burial as recorded in the holy scriptures…
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