Joseph of Arimathea
disciple of Jesus, donated his own prepared tomb for the burial of Jesus
b. 1st century · d. 1st century
Joseph of Arimathea is a Biblical figure who assumed responsibility for the burial of Jesus after his crucifixion. Three of the four canonical Gospels identify him as a member of the Sanhedrin, while the Gospel of Matthew identifies him as a rich disciple of Jesus. The historical location of Arimathea is uncertain, although it has been identified with several towns. A number of stories about him developed during the Middle Ages.
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Recorded as a historical figure.
- The Golden Legend 1 claim — Joseph of Arimathea at Glastonbury
- Gospel of Luke 1 claim — Entombment
- Gospel of Mark 1 claim — crucifixion of Jesus