Mark 15:44

The Passion Translation

Pilate was amazed to hear that Jesus was already dead, so he summoned the Roman officer, who confirmed it.

Cross References

Matthew 8:10

Jesus was astonished when he heard this and said to those who were following him, “He has greater faith than anyone I’ve encountered in Israel!

Mark 15:43

So a prominent Jewish leader named Joseph, from the village of Ramah, courageously went to see Pilate and begged to have custody of the body of Jesus. Joseph was a highly regarded member of the Jewish council and a follower of Jesus who was eagerly awaiting the kingdom of God.

Mark 15:45

After it was confirmed, Pilate consented to give the corpse to Joseph.