Luke 23:51
New International Version
who had not consented to their decision and action. He came from the Judean town of Arimathea, and he himself was waiting for the kingdom of God.

New Living Translation
but he had not agreed with the decision and actions of the other religious leaders. He was from the town of Arimathea in Judea, and he was waiting for the Kingdom of God to come.

English Standard Version
who had not consented to their decision and action; and he was looking for the kingdom of God.

Berean Standard Bible
who had not consented to their decision or action. He was from the Judean town of Arimathea and was waiting for the kingdom of God.

Berean Literal Bible
he was not having consented to their counsel and deed--from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for the kingdom of God.

King James Bible
(The same had not consented to the counsel and deed of them;) he was of Arimathaea, a city of the Jews: who also himself waited for the kingdom of God.

New King James Version
He had not consented to their decision and deed. He was from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who himself was also waiting for the kingdom of God.

New American Standard Bible
(he had not consented to their plan and action), a man from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for the kingdom of God—

NASB 1995
(he had not consented to their plan and action), a man from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for the kingdom of God;

NASB 1977
(he had not consented to their plan and action), a man from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for the kingdom of God;

Legacy Standard Bible
(he had not consented to their counsel and action), a man from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for the kingdom of God;

Amplified Bible
(he had not consented to the Council’s plan and action) a man from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for and expecting the kingdom of God;

Christian Standard Bible
who had not agreed with their plan and action. He was from Arimathea, a Judean town, and was looking forward to the kingdom of God.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
who had not agreed with their plan and action. He was from Arimathea, a Judean town, and was looking forward to the kingdom of God.

American Standard Version
(he had not consented to their counsel and deed), a man of Arimath�a, a city of the Jews, who was looking for the kingdom of God:

English Revised Version
(he had not consented to their counsel and deed), a man of Arimathaea, a city of the Jews, who was looking for the kingdom of God:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
but he had not agreed with what they had done. He was from the Jewish city of Arimathea, and he was waiting for the kingdom of God.

International Standard Version
he had not voted for their plan and action—from the Jewish town of Arimathea; and he was waiting for the kingdom of God.

Majority Standard Bible
who had not consented to their decision or action. He was from the Judean town of Arimathea, and himself was waiting for the kingdom of God.

NET Bible
(He had not consented to their plan and action.) He was from the Judean town of Arimathea, and was looking forward to the kingdom of God.

New Heart English Bible
(he had not consented to their counsel and deed), from Arimathaea, a city of the Judeans, who was also waiting for the Kingdom of God:

Webster's Bible Translation
(The same had not consented to the counsel and deed of them) he was of Arimathea, a city of the Jews; who also himself waited for the kingdom of God.

Weymouth New Testament
who came from the Jewish town of Arimathaea and was awaiting the coming of the Kingdom of God. He had not concurred in the design or action of the Council,

World English Bible
(he had not consented to their counsel and deed), from Arimathaea, a city of the Jews, who was also waiting for God’s Kingdom.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who also himself was expecting the Kingdom of God, he was not consenting to their counsel and deed,

Berean Literal Bible
he was not having consented to their counsel and deed--from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for the kingdom of God.

Young's Literal Translation
-- he was not consenting to their counsel and deed -- from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who also himself was expecting the reign of God,

Smith's Literal Translation
(The same was not set together in the counsel and deed of them;) from Arimathea, a city of the Jews: who also himself waited for the kingdom of God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
(The same had not consented to their counsel and doings;) of Arimathea, a city of Judea; who also himself looked for the kingdom of God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
(for he had not consented to their decision or their actions). He was from Arimathea, a city of Judea. And he was himself also anticipating the kingdom of God.

New American Bible
had not consented to their plan of action. He came from the Jewish town of Arimathea and was awaiting the kingdom of God.

New Revised Standard Version
had not agreed to their plan and action. He came from the Jewish town of Arimathea, and he was waiting expectantly for the kingdom of God.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
He did not agree with their wishes and their actions; and he waited for the kingdom of God.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
This one had not consented to their decision and to their action, and he was waiting for the Kingdom of God.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
(he had not given his consent to their counsel and deed;) he was of Arimathea, a city of the Jews, and he himself also waited for the kingdom of God:

Godbey New Testament
(for he was not consenting unto their counsel and deed), from Arimathea, a city of the Jews, who also himself was looking for the kingdom of God.

Haweis New Testament
(who had not given his assent to their determination and deed;) being of Arimathea, a city of the Jews: who himself also expected the coming of the kingdom of God.

Mace New Testament
he was of Arimathea, a city of Judea, and one of those, who were in expectation of the Messiah's reign.

Weymouth New Testament
who came from the Jewish town of Arimathaea and was awaiting the coming of the Kingdom of God. He had not concurred in the design or action of the Council,

Worrell New Testament
(the same had not consented to their plan and deed), from Arimathaea, a city of the Jews, who was waiting for the Kingdom of God:

Worsley New Testament
(who had not consented to their counsel nor their action; and who was also himself in expectation of the kingdom of God:)

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Burial of Jesus
50Now there was a Council member named Joseph, a good and righteous man, 51who had not consented to their decision or action. He was from the Judean town of Arimathea, and was waiting for the kingdom of God. 52He went to Pilate to ask for the body of Jesus.…

Cross References
John 19:38
Afterward, Joseph of Arimathea, who was a disciple of Jesus (but secretly for fear of the Jews), asked Pilate to let him remove the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him permission, so he came and removed His body.

Mark 15:43
Joseph of Arimathea, a prominent Council member who himself was waiting for the kingdom of God, boldly went to Pilate to ask for the body of Jesus.

Matthew 27:57
When it was evening, there came a rich man from Arimathea named Joseph, who himself was a disciple of Jesus.

Isaiah 53:9
He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in His death, although He had done no violence, nor was any deceit in His mouth.

Acts 13:28
And though they found no ground for a death sentence, they asked Pilate to have Him executed.

John 7:50-52
Nicodemus, who had gone to Jesus earlier and who himself was one of them, asked, / “Does our law convict a man without first hearing from him to determine what he has done?” / “Aren’t you also from Galilee?” they replied. “Look into it, and you will see that no prophet comes out of Galilee.”

Luke 2:25
Now there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.

Acts 2:23
He was delivered up by God’s set plan and foreknowledge, and you, by the hands of the lawless, put Him to death by nailing Him to the cross.

Acts 8:2
God-fearing men buried Stephen and mourned deeply over him.

Matthew 27:24
When Pilate saw that he was accomplishing nothing, but that instead a riot was breaking out, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood,” he said. “You bear the responsibility.”

John 12:42
Nevertheless, many of the leaders believed in Him. But because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, for fear that they would be put out of the synagogue.

Acts 4:27-28
In fact, this is the very city where Herod and Pontius Pilate conspired with the Gentiles and the people of Israel against Your holy servant Jesus, whom You anointed. / They carried out what Your hand and will had decided beforehand would happen.

Isaiah 53:3
He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.

Psalm 22:16-18
For dogs surround me; a band of evil men encircles me; they have pierced my hands and feet. / I can count all my bones; they stare and gloat over me. / They divide my garments among them and cast lots for my clothing.

John 19:39
Nicodemus, who had previously come to Jesus at night, also brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about seventy-five pounds.


Treasury of Scripture

(The same had not consented to the counsel and deed of them;) he was of Arimathaea, a city of the Jews: who also himself waited for the kingdom of God.

had not.

Genesis 37:21,22
And Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and said, Let us not kill him…

Genesis 42:21,22
And they said one to another, We are verily guilty concerning our brother, in that we saw the anguish of his soul, when he besought us, and we would not hear; therefore is this distress come upon us…

Exodus 23:2
Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest judgment:

Arimathea.

1 Samuel 1:1
Now there was a certain man of Ramathaimzophim, of mount Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephrathite:

waited.

Luke 23:42
And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom.

Luke 2:25,38
And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him…

Genesis 49:18
I have waited for thy salvation, O LORD.

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Luke 23
1. Jesus is accused before Pilate, and sent to Herod.
8. Herod mocks him.
12. Herod and Pilate become friends.
13. Barabbas is desired of the people,
24. and is released by Pilate, and Jesus is given to be crucified.
26. He tells the women, that lament him, the destruction of Jerusalem;
34. prays for his enemies.
39. Two criminals are crucified with him.
46. His death.
50. His burial.














He had not consented
The phrase "He had not consented" indicates a deliberate choice and moral stance. The Greek word used here is "sunkatatithemi," which means to agree with or to give approval. Joseph of Arimathea, a member of the Sanhedrin, did not agree with the council's decision to condemn Jesus. This highlights his courage and integrity, as he stood against the majority. In a historical context, this dissent would have been significant, as the Sanhedrin was a powerful body, and opposing it could have led to personal and social repercussions.

to their decision and action
The "decision and action" refers to the Sanhedrin's plot to arrest and crucify Jesus. The Greek word for "decision" is "boule," meaning counsel or purpose, and "action" is "praxis," meaning deed or practice. Joseph's non-consent underscores his righteousness and his alignment with God's will rather than human schemes. This phrase also reflects the tension between divine justice and human injustice, a recurring theme in the Gospels.

He was from Arimathea
"Arimathea" is identified as Joseph's hometown. While its exact location is uncertain, it is traditionally associated with Ramathaim-Zophim in the hill country of Ephraim. This detail roots Joseph in a specific cultural and geographical context, emphasizing his Jewish heritage and connection to the land of Israel. It also serves to authenticate the Gospel account by providing a tangible link to a real place.

a city of the Jews
This phrase emphasizes Joseph's identity as a Jew and his connection to the Jewish people. It situates the narrative within the broader context of Jewish history and tradition. The mention of "a city of the Jews" also highlights the fulfillment of Jewish prophecy and the continuity of God's covenant with Israel, even as the Gospel message begins to reach beyond Jewish boundaries.

and he was waiting for the kingdom of God
The phrase "waiting for the kingdom of God" reveals Joseph's spiritual posture and hope. The Greek word "prosdechomai" means to look forward to or to expect. This expectation reflects a deep faith in God's promises and a longing for the messianic age. Joseph's anticipation of the kingdom aligns him with other devout figures in the Gospel, such as Simeon and Anna, who also awaited God's redemption. This phrase encapsulates the Christian hope for the ultimate realization of God's reign, a hope that transcends earthly circumstances and invites believers to live in light of eternity.

(51) The counsel and deed of them.--The first word includes all the earlier stages of the action of the Sanhedrin, from the counsel given by Caiaphas (John 11:49) to the final condemnation; the second, the unofficial acts, such as the compact with Judas, and the delivery to Pilate.

Who also himself waited for the kingdom of God.--The description agrees in form with St. Mark, but not with St. Matthew or St. John. Nicodemus, who acted with him, is mentioned in the fourth Gospel only.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[who]
οὗτος (houtos)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

had not consented
συνκατατεθειμένος (synkatatetheimenos)
Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4784: To give a vote with, assent to. Mid from sun and katatithemi; to deposit in company with, i.e. to accord with.

to
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

their
αὐτῶν (autōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

decision
βουλῇ (boulē)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1012: Counsel, deliberate wisdom, decree. From boulomai; volition, i.e. advice, or purpose.

[or]
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

action.
πράξει (praxei)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4234: From prasso; practice, i.e. an act; by extension, a function.

[He was] from
ἀπὸ (apo)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

[the] Judean town
πόλεως (poleōs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 4172: A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town.

[of] Arimathea,
Ἁριμαθαίας (Harimathaias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 707: Arimathea, a place in Palestine. Of Hebrew origin; Arimathaea, a place in Palestine.

[and]
ὃς (hos)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

was waiting for
προσεδέχετο (prosedecheto)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4327: From pros and dechomai; to admit (figuratively) endurance); by implication, to await.

the
τὴν (tēn)
Article - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

kingdom
βασιλείαν (basileian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 932: From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm.

of God.
Θεοῦ (Theou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.


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