Luke 24:22

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

وَقَدْ أذهَلَتْنا بَعضُ النِّساءِ فِي جَماعَتِنا بِما قُلْنَهُ. فَقَدْ ذَهَبنَ إلَى القَبرِ فِي وَقتٍ مُبَكِّرٍ مِنَ الصَّباحِ،

What Does This Mean?

This verse is about a man sharing that some women were very surprised to find the tomb empty early in the morning. He's telling others what happened after Jesus' crucifixion.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you went to look for your favorite toy and found it wasn't where you left it. That’s how these ladies felt when they saw that Jesus’ tomb was empty!

Historical Background

Luke, a doctor and historian, wrote this gospel around the year 60 AD. He aimed to provide an orderly account of events for non-Jewish readers like Theophilus. This passage reflects the astonishment among early Christians after the resurrection.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where you hear unexpected good news about someone you care about. Like if your friend’s lost pet returned home unexpectedly, giving you hope and joy in an otherwise difficult day.

Topics

• resurrection
• women in the Bible
• surprise and faith
• empty tomb
• post-resurrection appearances
• apostolic witness

Related Verses

• Mark 16:1-8
• John 20:1-18
• Matthew 28:1-10
• Luke 24:9-11
• Acts 17:3

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are the women mentioned first?

In a patriarchal society, mentioning women as primary witnesses underscores their reliability and importance in spreading the message of Jesus' resurrection.

Who were these 'certain women'?

While not named here, other gospel accounts mention Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and others. They were early followers of Jesus who supported his ministry.

How does this verse fit into the story?

This verse continues the narrative of the resurrection, highlighting the confusion and astonishment among disciples after discovering the empty tomb.

What can we learn about faith from Luke 24:22?

We see how unexpected news can lead to both surprise and deeper faith. The women's actions encouraged others to investigate further, leading them to believe in Jesus' resurrection.