Bible Dictionary

Resurrection

the act of rising from the dead or being restored to life

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

94 of 116

Letter

R

Meaning

the act of rising from the dead or being restored to life

Key Scriptures

  • Daniel 12:2
  • John 5:28-29
  • John 11:25
  • 1 Corinthians 15
  • Revelation 20

Also Called

rising again

Basic Meaning

Resurrection refers to the act of rising from the dead or being restored to life.

The term is used in connection with life, death, and restoration.


Biblical Usage

The word resurrection appears in the New Testament, while the subject is referenced in both the Old Testament and the New Testament.

References to resurrection occur in teachings, historical accounts, prophecy, and Revelation.


  • Life
  • Death
  • Judgment

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Scriptures

  • Daniel 12:2
  • John 5:28-29
  • John 11:25
  • 1 Corinthians 15
  • Revelation 20

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