Luke 24:9
And returned from the sepulchre, and told all these things unto the eleven, and to all the rest.
Luke 24:9
The women depart the tomb and report all these things to the eleven and others. Their commission to tell the disciples marks a pivotal boundary between the feminine witness and the male-centered post-resurrection narrative common in ancient culture. It signals that the risen Jesus calls his followers to bear witness to the truth, even when others doubt. The counting of “the eleven” and “the rest” indicates the broader community of Jesus’ followers, emphasizing that the message is not exclusive to a single group but is shared by multiple witnesses who must evaluate and respond to the Resurrection. The verse underscores a movement from discovery to proclamation, from fear to mission.
This verse highlights the communal dimension of the Resurrection: the good news is for a people, not just an individual. It signals the shift from secrecy to public proclamation and grounds the credibility of the witness in the transformative power of the Resurrection. It also demonstrates the importance of women as faithful witnesses to Jesus’ resurrection.
If you’re a believer today, consider how you participate in testifying to what you’ve seen and learned about Jesus. What “good news” are you carrying into your workplace, family, or community? Practice sharing a specific instance where you’ve experienced God’s faithfulness, and invite others to explore faith with you. Let the example of the women push you to tomorrow’s conversations, not to hide your faith but to share it with grace and clarity.
Cross-References: Mark 16:10; John 20:18; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 15:5-7; Luke 24:33-35