Topical Encyclopedia The resurrection of Jesus Christ stands as the cornerstone of Christian faith, representing the ultimate miracle that affirms His divinity and the truth of His teachings. This event is documented in all four Gospels and is referenced throughout the New Testament, serving as a pivotal moment in the narrative of salvation history.Biblical Account The resurrection is first announced in the Gospels, where it is described as occurring on the first day of the week, following Jesus' crucifixion and burial. According to the Gospel of Matthew, "After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb" (Matthew 28:1). They found the stone rolled away and an angel who proclaimed, "He is not here; He has risen, just as He said" (Matthew 28:6). In the Gospel of Mark, the women are told by a young man in a white robe, "He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid Him" (Mark 16:6). Luke's account adds that two men in dazzling apparel reminded the women of Jesus' prophecy about His resurrection (Luke 24:6-7). The Gospel of John provides a more personal encounter, where Mary Magdalene meets the risen Christ, initially mistaking Him for the gardener until He calls her by name (John 20:14-16). Post-Resurrection Appearances The risen Christ appeared to His disciples and others on multiple occasions, providing further evidence of His resurrection. He appeared to two disciples on the road to Emmaus, revealing Himself in the breaking of bread (Luke 24:30-31). He also appeared to the disciples in a locked room, offering them peace and showing them His hands and side (John 20:19-20). Thomas, who was not present at the first appearance, later encountered Jesus and declared, "My Lord and my God!" (John 20:28) upon seeing His wounds. The Apostle Paul, in his first letter to the Corinthians, emphasizes the importance of the resurrection, stating, "For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures" (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). Paul also lists appearances to Peter, the Twelve, more than five hundred brethren, James, and finally to himself (1 Corinthians 15:5-8). Theological Significance The resurrection of Christ is not merely a miraculous event but a foundational truth that validates Jesus' claims and the entirety of the Christian message. It signifies victory over sin and death, offering believers the hope of eternal life. As Paul writes, "And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is worthless, and so is your faith" (1 Corinthians 15:14). The resurrection confirms Jesus as the Son of God and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. Furthermore, the resurrection is a promise of future resurrection for all who are in Christ. Paul assures believers, "For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive" (1 Corinthians 15:22). This hope is central to Christian eschatology and the assurance of salvation. Historical and Apologetic Considerations The resurrection has been a focal point of Christian apologetics, with early Christians, such as the Apostles, enduring persecution and martyrdom for their unwavering testimony of the risen Christ. The empty tomb, the transformation of the disciples, and the rapid growth of the early Church are often cited as evidence supporting the historicity of the resurrection. The resurrection of Jesus Christ remains a profound mystery and a testament to the power of God, inviting believers to live in the light of this transformative event. Torrey's Topical Textbook Luke 24:6He is not here, but is risen: remember how he spoke to you when he was yet in Galilee, Torrey's Topical Textbook John 10:18 Library Christ Appealed to the Miracles as Testimonies; John, xv. , 24 ... The Resurrection of Christ; his Last Interview with his Disciples ... Whether those Miracles were Fitting which Christ Worked in ... That the Christian Miracles are not Recited, or Appealed To, by ... Whether the Proofs which Christ Made Use of Manifested ... The Mistakes of Christ's Foes and Friends The Resurrection of Lazarus. --The Prayer of Christ. (John, xi. ... Of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Sending of the Apostles ... Why Christ, after his Resurrection, Withdrew his Presence from the ... Of the Resurrection of the Flesh, which Some Refuse to Believe ... Resources What does it mean that God is a God of miracles? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the spiritual gift of miracles? | GotQuestions.org What does the Bible say about demonic/satanic miracles? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit of Different Kinds Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit were not to Be: Despised Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit were not to Be: Neglected Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit were not to Be: Purchased Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit were to be Sought After Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Christ Was Endued With Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Communicated by the Laying on of the Apostles' Hands Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Communicated for the Confirmation of the Gospel Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Communicated for the Edification of the Church Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Communicated: Upon the Preaching of the Gospel Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Counterfeited by Antichrist Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Dispensed According to his Sovereign Will Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Enumerated Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Foretold Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Might be Possessed Without Saving Grace Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Poured out on the Day of Pentecost Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Temporary Nature of Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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