the Resurrection

noun

in Christianity

1

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

2

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

Examples of the Resurrection in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sunday serves as a celebration of the miracle of the resurrection. —Nicole Russell, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026

The holiday, during which Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, changes dates every year. —Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 1 Apr. 2026

In fact, according to the real meaning behind Easter colors, the color white symbolizes purity, grace, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the culmination of the Easter season. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026

Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion. —Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 31 Mar. 2026

Rhymes for the Resurrection

• interconnection
• microinjection
• superinfection
• abjection
• advection
• affection
• bijection
• bisection
• collection
• complexion
• confection
• connection