Matthew 27:58

He went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. Then Pilate commanded the body to be delivered.

Cross-references

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.