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The Courage of Quiet Faith
Commentators highlight the boldness of Joseph's request. As a member of the Sanhedrin, approaching the Roman governor to claim the body of an executed 'criminal' was a significant personal and political risk. It demonstrates that true faith is often revealed not in loud professions but in quiet, courageous action when it matters most.
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AT Robertson
On Luke 23:52
Asked for (ηιτησατο). First aorist middle (indirect) indicative as in Mr 15:43; Matthew 27:58. The middle voice shows t…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Luke 23:52
Luke assures his readers of the credentials of the man who offered to bury Jesus. Here again he presents someone qualified to affirm by word or act…
John Gill
On Luke 23:52
17th Century
Pastor
This man went to Pilate ,
&C.] Mark says, he went "boldly" to him; (See Gill on Mark 15:43).
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Matthew Henry
On Luke 23:50–56
17th Century
Minister
Many, though they do not make any show in outward profession, yet, like Joseph of Arimathea, will be far more ready to do real service when there i…