Luke 23:50
And, behold, there was a man named Joseph, a counsellor; and he was a good man, and a just:
Cross-references
Matthew 27:57
Parallel
In Matthew 27:57, Joseph is described as a rich disciple from Arimathea, providing additional details about the man who asked for Jesus' body.
Matthew 27:58
Parallel
In Matthew 27:58, Joseph goes to Pilate to request Jesus' body, the action stemming from his secret discipleship.
Mark 15:42–45
Parallel
In Mark 15:42-45, Joseph's request is described in full, including his courage and Pilate's verification of Jesus' death.
John 19:38
Parallel
John 19:38 shows Joseph boldly asking Pilate for Jesus' body, confirming his secret discipleship and courage that complements his righteousness.
Isaiah 53:9
Prophetic fulfillment
Isaiah 53:9 predicts the suffering servant would be buried with a rich man—fulfilled when Joseph, a rich man, buries Jesus.