Rising
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Summary
Rising in Scripture refers to resurrection from the dead, the central hope of Christian faith, and the definitive demonstration of Jesus' divine identity.
☩Resurrection Hope
The rising of the dead was a major point of controversy between Pharisees (who believed it) and Sadducees (who denied it). Jesus silenced the Sadducees by pointing to God's self-identification as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob: 'He is not the God of the dead, but the living.'
Key verses:Matthew 22:23-32Acts 23:6-8
☩Christ's Resurrection
Jesus predicted His own rising: 'The Son of man must ... be killed, and after three days rise again.' His resurrection is the foundation of Christian faith; if Christ is not risen, faith is vain. Because He rose, all who believe in Him will also rise.
Key verses:Mark 8:311 Corinthians 15:14-20John 11:25-26
Related Verses49 mentions
See Also
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Rising," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IX (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Rise; Rising," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. IV (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).