Jesus’ robe, according to the New Testament, was divided among the Roman soldiers after his crucifixion.
The Gospels of Matthew (27:35), Mark (15:24), Luke (23:34), and John (19:23-24) all mention the fate of Jesus’ clothing after he was crucified. The most detailed account is found in the Gospel of John, which specifies that Jesus wore a seamless robe, woven in one piece from top to bottom. Recognizing its quality and not wanting to tear it, the soldiers cast lots to decide who would keep the garment. This act fulfilled the Old Testament prophecy found in Psalm 22:18, which states, “They divide my clothes among them and cast lots for my garment.” The casting of lots for Jesus’ robe is seen as a fulfillment of prophecy and a part of the events surrounding the crucifixion. The robe itself has become a symbol of Jesus’ suffering and the soldiers’ indifference to his pain and dignity. Over the centuries, the fate of the actual garment has been the subject of much speculation and legend, but there is no verifiable historical account of what ultimately became of Jesus’ robe after the crucifixion.