We have great reason to rejoice. The victory over death and the grave is ours. Actually it was a great life lesson orchestrated by Jesus and planned as an event to expose the prideful traditions of Rome. His plan was, to once and for all, teach that the only way into the kingdom was to come humbly. When Caesar or Alexander the Great had their triumphant entry it was much different than that of Christ's.
History records the scene.
It began with 1000 lancers on the finest horses, followed by 2000 trumpeters that could be heard for miles, followed by the charioteers with their polished armor and helmets glistening in the sun. They were pulled by beautiful white stallions and followed by 1000 swordsmen and over 30,000 foot soldiers marching in unison. They were followed by another 1000 trumpeters. Next came the great conqueror riding a white horse robed in crimson. Preceding him were soldiers spreading the garments of the conquered enemies, followed by the defeated army in chains.