And when Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,
Parallel translations
- WEB Joseph took the body, and wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,
- BSB So Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,
- NKJV When Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,
- NASB And Joseph took the body and wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,
- NLT Joseph took the body and wrapped it in a long sheet of clean linen cloth.
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Joseph wraps Jesus' body in clean linen cloth. He honors the Lord with a careful, reverent burial.
Overview
Taking the body, Joseph wraps it in fresh linen, giving Jesus an honorable burial rather than the disgrace usually accorded the crucified. The care shown reflects both reverence and love for the Lord. This dignified treatment further attests Jesus' death and prepares the way for the empty-tomb discovery.
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