Questions
The burial of Jesus (Mk 15:42-47; Mt 27:57-66; Lk 23:50-56; Jn 19:31-42)
(Questions for meditation)
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How did the Four Gospels introduce Joseph?
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Which day of the week was Jesus buried?
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Why did the Jews demand that the legs of the criminals be broken (John 19:31)?
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Why did the soldier pierce the side of Jesus (John 19:34)?
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“A bone of him shall not be broken.” (John 19:36) What special meaning does it have? (Exo 12:43-47)
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Why did Pilate wonder if Jesus was dead when Joseph asked for Jesus’ body?
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John mentioned the appearance of Nicodemus. What did he come for?
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How much do you know about Nicodemus? (John 3:1-13, 7:45-51)
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Where was Jesus’ tomb?
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Why did both women in verse 47 want to know where Jesus was buried?
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Why did the chief priests request Pilate to send the watch to guard the tomb?
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What do you think of the feelings of the eleven disciples at the time of burial?
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What can we appreciate from the acts of Joseph and Nicodemus?
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What reflection do you have from Joseph and Nicodemus?