Mark 15:44 net — Pilate was surprised that he was already dead. He called the centurion and asked him if he had been dead for some time.

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"Pilate was surprised that he was already dead. He called the centurion and asked him if he had been dead for some time."

— Mark 15:44, NET Bible

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Mark 15 — Context

41

When he was in Galilee, they had followed him and given him support. Many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem were there too.

42

Jesus’ Burial Now when evening had already come, since it was the day of preparation(that is, the day before the Sabbath),

43

Joseph of Arimathea, a highly regarded member of the council, who was himself looking forward to the kingdom of God, went boldly to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus.

44

Pilate was surprised that he was already dead. He called the centurion and asked him if he had been dead for some time.

45

When Pilate was informed by the centurion, he gave the body to Joseph.

46

After Joseph bought a linen cloth and took down the body, he wrapped it in the linen and placed it in a tomb cut out of the rock. Then he rolled a stone across the entrance of the tomb.

Mark 15:44 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 15:44 say?
Mark 15:44 in the NET Bible reads: “Pilate was surprised that he was already dead. He called the centurion and asked him if he had been dead for some time.”
Where is Mark 15:44 in the Bible?
Mark 15:44 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 15, verse 44.
Who wrote Mark?
Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.
What is the book of Mark about?
Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.
What are the major themes of Mark?
Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 15:44.
What translation should I read Mark 15:44 in?
Mark 15:44 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Mark 15:44?
Mark 15:44 reads (NET): “Pilate was surprised that he was already dead. He called the centurion and asked him if he had been dead for some time.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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