Mark 15:42-45
Jesus’ Burial
15:42 Now when evening had already come, since it was the day of preparation (that is, the day before the Sabbath),
15:43 Joseph of Arimathea, a highly regarded member of the council, who was himself looking forward to the kingdom of God, went boldly to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus.
15:44 Pilate was surprised that he was already dead. He called the centurion and asked him if he had been dead for some time.
15:45 When Pilate was informed by the centurion, he gave the body to Joseph.