Traditionally, the eve of Easter is referred to as ‘Holy Saturday’, or the ‘Great Sabbath’. On this day, Christians of various denominations hold to a time of silent, contemplative rest. It is both a time of reflection on Jesus’ sacrifice and a time of eager anticipation for the impending celebration of Jesus’ resurrection. To consider this tension in light of this season, we turn to one of Jesus’ final interactions before he breathed his last.