John 20:1

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَفِي صَبَاحِ يَوْمِ الأحَدِ، أوَّلِ أيَّامِ الأُسبُوعِ، ذَهَبَتْ مَريَمُ المَجْدَلِيَّةُ إلَى القَبْرِ. وَكَانَ الظَّلَامُ مَا زَالَ مُخَيِّمًا. فَرَأتْ أنَّ الصَّخرَةَ قَدْ أُزِيحَتْ عَنْ بَابِ القَبْرِ.

What Does This Mean?

Mary Magdalene went to the tomb early on Sunday morning while it was still dark and found that the stone had been moved away from the entrance of Jesus' tomb. This verse tells us about Mary's actions and what she observed, indicating something significant had happened.

Explained for Children

Imagine waking up really early one day before the sun has even come out. That's how Mary Magdalene went to visit a special place where her friend was supposed to be resting. But when she got there, she found that the big stone blocking the entrance was gone! It’s like finding your door unlocked when you know it should be locked.

Historical Background

The Gospel of John was written by John, one of Jesus' disciples, around 90-100 AD. This book is aimed at a broad Christian audience and provides a theological perspective on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The cultural setting reflects early Jewish-Christian traditions.

Living It Out Today

Mary Magdalene’s early visit to the tomb shows her dedication and love for Jesus. In modern times, this can be like someone who wakes up very early in the morning just to help a friend or check on them, showing how much they care. It teaches us about being devoted to those we love.

Topics

• faith
• resurrection
• love
• discipleship
• devotion
• morning

Related Verses

• Matthew 28:1
• Mark 16:1-2
• Luke 24:1
• Acts 9:37
• Ecclesiastes 10:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Mary Magdalene go to the tomb so early?

Mary went to the tomb very early likely because she cared deeply for Jesus and wanted to show respect by anointing his body. Her actions reflect her devotion and love.

What does it mean that the stone was taken away from the sepulchre?

The removal of the stone suggests a miracle, as no human is mentioned moving it in this account. It symbolizes Jesus' resurrection, which overcomes all barriers.

How do we know it's the first day of the week?

In Jewish tradition, the Sabbath was from Friday sunset to Saturday sunset. The verse indicates that Mary went on Sunday morning, marking the beginning of a new week and symbolizing new life.

What can we learn about devotion from this story?

Mary's early visit teaches us about showing love and care for others even in challenging circumstances. It emphasizes the importance of being devoted to one’s beliefs and loved ones.