Joseph of Arimathea - multiply attested, named, testable, criterion of embarrassment
Joseph as historical figure validating burial account
Joseph of Arimathea is multiply attested by name across Gospels. As a member of the Sanhedrin who buried Jesus, his existence and role would have been publicly known and verifiable - making him a credible historical figure whose involvement lends weight to the burial narrative
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