Matthew 27:59

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Joseph took the body, and wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,

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Jerusalem in New Testament TimesA plan of ancient Jerusalem as it was in New Testament times, with its walls, temple and gates.

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Cyrene, in North Africa, was Simon’s hometown; he had earlier been compelled to carry Jesus’ cross. Galilee was the home region of several female witnesses, while Jerusalem was the city where Jesus was crucified and buried, making his burial there part of the public Passion

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Matthew 27:59 mentions Cyrene, Galilee and Jerusalem.

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