John 19:23

Then the soldiers, when they had crucified Jesus, took his garments, and made four parts, to every soldier a part; and also his coat: now the coat was without seam, woven from the top throughout.

Cross-references

Matthew 27:35 also describes soldiers dividing garments and casting lots — a direct parallel account of the same event.

Mark 15:24 Parallel

Mark 15:24 recounts the same scene of casting lots for Jesus' garments — a parallel telling of the crucifixion details.

Luke 23:34 Parallel

Luke 23:34 also depicts soldiers dividing Jesus' garments and casting lots — a strong parallel account.

Psalm 22:18 Prophetic fulfillment

Psalm 22:18 is the exact prophecy of dividing clothes and casting lots, fulfilled by the soldiers' actions here.

Exodus 28:32 also says the high priest's robe opening must not tear — Jesus' seamless tunic similarly remains intact.

Exodus 39:22 describes the high priest's blue robe — Jesus' seamless tunic may typify his role as high priest.

Exodus 39:23 reinforces the high priest's robe opening so it won't tear — Jesus' tunic is not torn, echoing priestly symbolism.