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Courage in the Darkness
Commentators like Charles Spurgeon emphasize the profound courage of Joseph of Arimathea. Previously a secret disciple, the gravity of the cross emboldened him to publicly associate with Jesus by requesting his body from the Roman governor. This act shows how the darkest moments can be when faith shines the brightest, like "stars appearing in the night."
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 27:58
18th Century
Theologian
He went to Pilate. Because no one had a right to remove the body but the magistrate, he was condemned to be crucified—usually a long and m…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 27:57–58
19th Century
Preacher
This rich man of Arimathaea, named Joseph, a member of the Jewish Sanhedrin, was Jesus’s disciple, but secretly for fear of the Jews ([Ref…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 27:58
Joseph’s initiative is remarkably courageous, and Pilate probably granted his request only because he was convinced that Jesus was not really guilt…
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John Gill
On Matthew 27:58
17th Century
Pastor
He went to Pilate
To his house where he lived, and went in, as Mark says, (Mark 15:43), boldly; not bein…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 27:57–61
17th Century
Minister
In Christ's burial was nothing of pomp or solemnity. Just as Christ did not have a house of his own in which to lay his head while he lived, so he …
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 27:27–66
13th Century
Philosopher
After relating His condemnation, His Passion and death are treated here; and secondly, His burial is treated, where it is said, And whe…