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What is one of the central elements of Jesus' resurrection story that remains consistent across the Gospels?
What is one of the central elements of Jesus' resurrection story that remains consistent across the Gospels?
What is a common aspect of accounts collected from multiple eyewitnesses of the same event?
What is a common aspect of accounts collected from multiple eyewitnesses of the same event?
To whom did Jesus appear after his resurrection according to the consistent elements in the Gospels?
To whom did Jesus appear after his resurrection according to the consistent elements in the Gospels?
What distinguishes Jesus' appearances after his resurrection?
What distinguishes Jesus' appearances after his resurrection?
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Which elements of the resurrection accounts are noted to vary across the Gospels?
Which elements of the resurrection accounts are noted to vary across the Gospels?
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Study Notes
Differences in Eyewitness Accounts
- Eyewitnesses' accounts of the same event often differ
- Crucial to understand that the period between Jesus rising from the tomb to ascending to heaven wasn't a continuation of his earthly life
- Accounts vary, but the Resurrection was a central element of the Gospels
Resurrection Narrative in the Gospels
- Resurrection narrative begins early Sunday morning, the day after the Sabbath
- Women went to prepare Jesus' body for burial
- Empty tomb discovered, angel appears, telling of Jesus' resurrection
- Accounts differ on details after this point
Mary Magdalene's Experience
- Magdalene remained in the garden, hoping to find clues
- Met a man she believed to be the garden keeper
- Identified Jesus through his own words
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Description
Explore the varying eyewitness accounts of Jesus' resurrection as recounted in the Gospels. Understand the different experiences, particularly focusing on Mary Magdalene's encounter with Jesus in the garden. This quiz highlights the crucial details surrounding this pivotal event in Christian theology.
