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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?
- Mary Magdalene finding the empty tomb (correct)
- Jesus appearing to Thomas alone
- Jesus' appearance to Peter first
- An earthquake occurring after the resurrection
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?
- Verbally identical narratives
- A predetermined script followed by all
- Complete disagreement on all facts
- Variations in the accounts (correct)
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?
- Mary Magdalene and others (correct)
- Only his disciples
- Only to the Pharisees
- To Pontius Pilate
What distinguishes Jesus' appearances after his resurrection?
What distinguishes Jesus' appearances after his resurrection?
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?
Flashcards
Resurrection Accounts
Resurrection Accounts
Descriptions in the Gospels about Jesus rising from the dead.
Eyewitness Variations
Eyewitness Variations
Differences in accounts provided by those who saw the event.
Empty Tomb
Empty Tomb
The tomb where Jesus was laid was found empty after his resurrection.
Angelic Appearance
Angelic Appearance
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Post-Resurrection Appearances
Post-Resurrection Appearances
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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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