JOHN 19:40 — KING JAMES VERSION 0 0
“Then took they the body of Jesus, and wound it in linen clothes with the spices, as the manner of the Jews is to bury.”
They took the body of Jesus and wrapped it with the spices in linen cloths, according to the burial custom of the Jews — The proper burial wrapping (othoniois meta tōn aromātōn, linen cloths with the aromatic spices) follows Jewish custom. The aromatic ointments preserve the body and express honor. The linen wrappings echo both the grave clothes of Lazarus (11:44) and the appearance of Jesus' risen body. The respectful burial emphasizes that even in death, Jesus receives honor.
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