Matthew 27:58
He went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. Then Pilate commanded the body to be delivered.
Cross-references
Mark 15:44–46
Parallel
In Mark 15:44-46, Pilate verifies Jesus' death with the centurion before granting the body, adding detail to the same event.
Luke 23:52
Parallel
Luke 23:52 records the same request by Joseph of Arimathea for Jesus' body, a direct parallel account.
Luke 23:53
Parallel
Luke 23:53 continues the narrative with Joseph taking the body down, wrapping it, and placing it in the tomb.
Mark 15:45
Parallel
Mark 15:45 specifies that Pilate granted the body after confirming death, a concise parallel detail.
Luke 23:50
Parallel
Luke 23:50 introduces Joseph as a good and righteous man, providing background for his request.