The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the triumphant victory of life over death and the central event of the Christian faith. On the third day after His crucifixion, Christ rose bodily from the tomb, fulfilling the Scriptures and conquering sin, Satan, and death forever. The stone was rolled away, the tomb was found empty, and the risen Lord appeared to His disciples, bringing peace and confirming the truth of His divine mission.
Through the Resurrection, Christ revealed His glory as the Son of God and opened the way to eternal life for all who believe in Him. The Apostles became fearless witnesses of the risen Christ, preaching throughout the world that death no longer held dominion over Him. The Resurrection stands as the foundation of Christian hope, promising that the faithful too shall rise to everlasting life.
The victory of Easter transformed sorrow into joy and became the fulfillment of God’s plan of salvation for mankind.
Matthew 28:1–10
The women discover the empty tomb and encounter the risen Christ.
Mark 16:1–14
Christ rises from the dead and appears to His disciples.
Luke 24:1–49
The Resurrection and Christ’s appearances after rising from the dead.
John 20:1–29
The empty tomb, appearances to Mary Magdalene and the Apostles, and Thomas’ confession of faith.
1 Corinthians 15:3–8
Saint Paul proclaims the Resurrection and Christ’s appearances to many witnesses.
Acts 2:22–36
Saint Peter preaches the Resurrection at Pentecost.
Feast Day:
Easter Sunday
Illustration by: Colton Rompala