Matthew 28:8
Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes the women leaving Jesus' tomb quickly with mixed feelings of fear and joy, running to tell his disciples about what they've seen. No one is speaking directly; it's a narrative description by Matthew.
Explained for Children
Imagine you find out something really big and exciting, but also scary at the same time—like seeing a unicorn! You'd want to run and tell your friends right away because you're so excited but maybe a little scared too. That's what these women did after they saw Jesus' tomb.
Historical Background
Matthew wrote this account in his gospel, which was likely composed around AD 80-90 for Jewish Christians. The cultural setting is post-resurrection Jerusalem where the early church began to grow rapidly following Jesus’ resurrection and ascension.
Living It Out Today
Today, when we encounter something transformative—like hearing about someone's life-changing experience or finding out a major piece of news—we often feel overwhelmed with mixed emotions. Like these women, we might want to share it quickly with others who care deeply about the same thing.