Matthew 28:1

King James Version:

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¶ 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.

Complete Jewish Bible:

After Shabbat, as the next day was dawning, Miryam of Magdala and the other Miryam went to see the grave.

Berean Standard Bible:

After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb.

American Standard Version:

Now late on the sabbath day, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

In the end^{{G1161}{G3796}} of the sabbath^{G4521}, as it began to dawn^{G2020} toward^{G1519} the first^{G3391} day of the week^{G4521}, came^{G2064} Mary^{G3137} Magdalene^{G3094} and^{G2532} the other^{G243} Mary^{G3137} to see^{G2334} the sepulchre^{G5028}.

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Commentary for Matthew 28:1

Matthew 28:1 sets the scene at the dawn of a new week, immediately following the Jewish Sabbath, which ends at sunset on Saturday. This verse is pivotal as it marks the transition from the old to the new, from the period of rest and reflection to the beginning of a momentous day in Christian history. The two women, Mary Magdalene and Mary, likely the mother of James and Joses, approach Jesus' tomb with the intention of paying their respects and anointing his body according to Jewish burial customs.

The historical context of this verse is deeply rooted in the religious and cultural practices of first-century Judaism. The Sabbath was a day of strict rest and worship, so any work, including the preparation of bodies for burial, was forbidden. Therefore, the women's visit to the tomb occurs at the earliest possible moment after the Sabbath to tend to Jesus' body.

The themes present in this verse include the faithful devotion of Jesus' followers, the anticipation of the resurrection, and the fulfillment of prophecy. Mary Magdalene and the other Mary represent the loyal disciples who remain steadfast in their commitment to Jesus, even after his crucifixion. Their actions foreshadow the discovery of the empty tomb and the resurrection of Jesus, which is central to Christian faith and theology, affirming the belief in Jesus' victory over death and the hope of eternal life for believers. This event is also seen as the fulfillment of Jesus' own predictions about his death and resurrection, underscoring his identity as the Messiah and the truth of his teachings.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1161
   There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δέ
   Transliteration: dé
   Pronunciation: deh
   Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English).
   
2. Strong's Number: G3796
   There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὀψέ
   Transliteration: opsé
   Pronunciation: op-seh'
   Description: from the same as ὀπίσω (through the idea of backwardness); (adverbially) late in the day; by extension, after the close of the day:--(at) even, in the end.
   
3. Strong's Number: G4521
   There are 62 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: σάββατον
   Transliteration: sábbaton
   Pronunciation: sab'-bat-on
   Description: of Hebrew origin (שַׁבָּת); the Sabbath (i.e. Shabbath), or day of weekly repose from secular avocations (also the observance or institution itself); by extension, a se'nnight, i.e. the interval between two Sabbaths; likewise the plural in all the above applications:--sabbath (day), week.
   
4. Strong's Number: G2020
   There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐπιφώσκω
   Transliteration: epiphṓskō
   Pronunciation: ep-ee-foce'-ko
   Description: a form of ἐπιφαύω; to begin to grow light:--begin to dawn, X draw on.
   
5. Strong's Number: G1519
   There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: εἰς
   Transliteration: eis
   Pronunciation: ice
   Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively).
   
6. Strong's Number: G3391
   There are 70 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μία
   Transliteration: mía
   Pronunciation: mee'-ah
   Description: irregular feminine of εἷς; one or first:--a (certain), + agree, first, one, X other.
   
7. Strong's Number: G2064
   There are 604 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἔρχομαι
   Transliteration: érchomai
   Pronunciation: el'-tho
   Description: middle voice of a primary verb (used only in the present and imperfect tenses, the others being supplied by a kindred (middle voice) , or (active) , which do not otherwise occur); to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively):--accompany, appear, bring, come, enter, fall out, go, grow, X light, X next, pass, resort, be set.
   
8. Strong's Number: G3137
   There are 46 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Μαρία
   Transliteration: María
   Pronunciation: mar-ee-am'
   Description: of Hebrew origin (מִרְיָם); Maria or Mariam (i.e. Mirjam), the name of six Christian females:-- Mary.
   
9. Strong's Number: G3094
   There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Μαγδαληνή
   Transliteration: Magdalēnḗ
   Pronunciation: mag-dal-ay-nay'
   Description: feminine of a derivative of Μαγδαλά; a female Magdalene, i.e. inhabitant of Magdala:--Magdalene.
   
10. Strong's Number: G2532
    There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: καί
    Transliteration: kaí
    Pronunciation: kahee
    Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
    
11. Strong's Number: G243
    There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἄλλος
    Transliteration: állos
    Pronunciation: al'-los
    Description: a primary word; "else," i.e. different (in many applications):--more, one (another), (an-, some an-)other(-s, -wise).
    
12. Strong's Number: G2334
    There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: θεωρέω
    Transliteration: theōréō
    Pronunciation: theh-o-reh'-o
    Description: from a derivative of θεάομαι (perhaps by addition of ὁράω); to be a spectator of, i.e. discern, (literally, figuratively (experience) or intensively (acknowledge)):--behold, consider, look on, perceive, see. Compare ὀπτάνομαι.
    
13. Strong's Number: G5028
    There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: τάφος
    Transliteration: táphos
    Pronunciation: taf'-os
    Description: masculine from θάπτω; a grave (the place of interment):--sepulchre, tomb.