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

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Season 7 is the show’s final entry and will follow the Resurrection of Jesus. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 Gibson has previously said that the Passion of the Christ sequel will cover much more than the resurrection of Jesus. Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 Featuring aching, ferocious performances from Emmy winners Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson, Camp Miasma imagines the resurrection of a dormant slasher franchise. David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026 For Christians, Easter marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ and carries a message rooted in peace. Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the Resurrection

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“The Resurrection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Resurrection. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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