Matthew 28:8

They quickly left the tomb, both afraid and very happy, running to tell his disciples.

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In The King James Version

And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word.

In Context

7Now go quickly and tell his disciples that he's risen from the dead and that he's going on ahead of you to Galilee. You will see him there, I promise you!”

9Suddenly Jesus came to meet them, and greeted them. They went over to him, held on to his feet and worshiped him.

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Cross References

Psalms 2:11Serve the Lord in reverence, celebrate with trembling!

Luke 24:36While they were talking, Jesus himself stood among them, and said, “Peace to you!”

John 16:22Yes, you're grieving now, but I will see you again; and you will rejoice, and no one can take away your joy.

Matthew Henry on Matthew 28:2-11

The Resurrection. 1 In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 2 And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it. 3 His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow: 4 And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men. 5 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not… Read the whole commentary →

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