Matthew 28:1

Arabic APD 2024 (كِتاب العَهد الجَّديد مِن الكِتاب المُقَدَّس)

و بَعَد السَّبِت، بَدري في الصَّباح في اليوم الأوَّل مِن الأسبوع، مَرْيَم المَجْدَلِيَّه و مَرْيَم التّانيَه مَشو يَشوفو القَبر.

What Does This Mean?

Matthew 28:1 tells us that just after the Sabbath ended and it was starting to get light on Sunday morning, Mary Magdalene and another woman named Mary went to visit Jesus' tomb. No one is speaking in this verse; it simply describes what happened.

Explained for Children

Imagine it's early Sunday morning when you wake up from a long weekend of rest. Two women, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary, were like friends waking up after the Sabbath day to go see Jesus' resting place just like how you might visit someone who is sick or away.

Historical Background

This verse was written by Matthew, one of Jesus’ disciples, probably around 60-80 AD. He wrote it for both Jewish and Gentile Christians to understand the significance of Jesus' resurrection. The culture at that time heavily relied on oral traditions and religious leaders interpreting texts.

Living It Out Today

Today, we might apply this verse by considering how important it is to visit loved ones, especially those who are in need or have passed away. Just as these women made a priority of visiting the tomb, making time for our loved ones can be a meaningful act of love and respect.

Topics

• resurrection
• faith
• hope
• love
• visitation
• discipleship

Related Verses

• Mark 16:1-2
• Luke 24:10
• John 20:1
• Genesis 35:19
• Isaiah 57:2

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did these women visit Jesus' tomb so early in the morning?

These women likely wanted to anoint Jesus’ body as was customary, showing respect and love. They went very early because they had been waiting since his burial before the Sabbath.

How does this verse relate to modern faith?

This verse shows us that even in the hardest times, like after losing a loved one, we should still seek out where our faith lies and find ways to honor it.

What can we learn from the women's actions?

We can see dedication and love for Jesus through their early morning visit. They didn't wait or delay; they acted with purpose, showing us the importance of following our convictions promptly.

How does Matthew 28:1 connect to other resurrection accounts?

This verse is a key starting point for all resurrection narratives in the Gospels. It sets the scene for what follows and connects with other accounts, providing consistency across different perspectives on this pivotal event.