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The most honored in all Jerusalem could not

have been shown more respect in death. The

humble followers of Jesus were astonished to

see these wealthy rulers taking such an

interest in the burial of their Master.

The disciples were overwhelmed with

sorrow at the death of Christ. They forgot

that He had told them it was to take place.

They were without hope. Neither Joseph nor

Nicodemus had openly accepted the Saviour

while He was living. But they had listened to

His teachings, and had closely watched every

step of His ministry. Although the disciples

had forgotten the Saviour's words foretelling

His death, Joseph and Nicodemus

remembered them well. And the scenes

connected with the death of Jesus, which

disheartened the disciples, and shook their

faith, only proved to these rulers that He was

the true Messiah, and led them to take their

stand firmly as believers in Him.