the Resurrection

noun

in Christianity

: the event told about in the Bible in which Jesus Christ returned to life after his death

or the resurrection : the event told about in the Bible in which dead people will be brought back to life before the day of final judgment

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Some families have incorporated Resurrection eggs into their traditions, placing scenes from the Resurrection in plastic eggs as a way of teaching children about the Easter story. —

Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2024 Then there’s the show’s ending, which cuts off after the crucifixion – cutting out the Resurrection, and its theological message, entirely. —

Molly Jackson, The Conversation, 5 Apr. 2023 Christians worldwide will celebrate Easter, which commemorates the resurrection of Jesus, on Sunday. —

Greg Garrison | , al, 8 Apr. 2023 As Patti Smith might say: Renew our subscription to the resurrection. —

Chris Willman, Variety, 28 July 2023 See all Example Sentences for the Resurrection

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