The Killing of Jesus Questions to be answered in this study Why was there such a rush to bury the body of Jesus? What were the three problems that the women faced in making arrangements for the burial of the body of Jesus? Who were the three Mary’s who were present for the crucifixion of Jesus? Who solved all three of the burial problems for the women? Why was it so difficult for the women to find men to help them make arrangements for the burial of Jesus? What was the decision that Joseph was faced with concerning helping the women with the burial of Jesus, and how does it…

from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 27:51-54) The Killing of Jesus Questions to be answered in this study What are the three time periods leading to the killing of Jesus? What followed the Passover? What were the first and last days of the week following the Passover called? What was the day before each Sabbath called and what was its purpose? What was the purpose of the rush to get Jesus’ body buried after the crucifixion? What were the three supernatural signs that followed the death of Jesus? What was the result of the earthquake for those who were watching the crucifixion of Jesus? In verse 51 of our text,…

from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 27:45-50) The Killing of Jesus Questions to be answered in this study Jesus dies on the day of the Passover; in what way did He fulfill the Passover? In what way is Jesus now our High Priest? Why did darkness fall upon the earth during the crucifixion of Jesus and what did it mean? What did Jesus mean in the Garden of Gethsemane when He asked the Heavenly Father to let this cup pass from Him? Throughout Scripture, Light symbolizes something; what does it symbolize? Finally, Jesus spoke some of His last words: “te-telestai;” “It is finished;” what was He talking about that was…