Why is the burial of Christ significant for Christians?

The burial of Christ is significant as it confirms the completion of His work of atonement. By being laid in the tomb, He fulfilled prophecies about His death and burial, affirming that He faced the full consequences of sin on behalf of His people (Isaiah 53:9). This act illustrates the transition into resurrection, wherein His death leads to victory over sin and death, as seen in Revelation 19 where believers are clothed in the righteousness of Christ. His burial, therefore, becomes a symbol of the righteous standing that believers have before God due to Christ's completed work (2 Corinthians 5:21). Not only does His burial signify fulfillment, but it assures believers of their own resurrection through Him.