JESUS CONQUERS DEATH

According to Christian tradition, Jesus Christ was crucified by the Romans in Jerusalem around the year 30 AD. He was buried in a tomb, which was sealed with a large stone to prevent anyone from entering.

Three days after his death, some of Jesus’ followers, including Mary Magdalene, went to the tomb to anoint his body with spices. However, when they arrived, they found that the stone had been rolled away and the tomb was empty.

Suddenly, two angels appeared to them and said, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!” The women were terrified and amazed by what they had witnessed.

Later that same day, Jesus appeared to two of his disciples on the road to Emmaus, but they did not recognize him at first. He explained to them the scriptures about himself, and when they arrived at their destination, he broke bread with them, revealing his identity.

Jesus also appeared to his disciples in Jerusalem, showing them the wounds on his hands and feet to prove that he had indeed risen from the dead. Thomas, one of his disciples, doubted that it was really Jesus, but when Jesus showed him his wounds, Thomas believed.

Jesus spent several more days with his disciples, teaching them and reassuring them of his love and faithfulness. Then, he ascended into heaven, promising to return one day.

The story of Jesus’ resurrection is central to Christian belief, as it symbolizes the victory of life over death and the power of faith to overcome adversity.