Who was the first person to see Jesus after His resurrection?

Who was the first person to see Jesus after His resurrection?

• A. Peter
• B. John
• C. Salome
• D. Mary Magdalene

Answer: (D)

Mary Magdalene is the first person to see Jesus after His resurrection. In John 20:11-18, she goes to the tomb, finds it empty, and, when Jesus speaks her name, she instantly recognizes Him. This personal encounter makes her the first eyewitness to the risen Christ and the one who delivers the first report of the resurrection to the disciples. Other appearances follow—Jesus shows Himself to Peter and the others—but the earliest post-resurrection sighting recorded is Mary Magdalene’s. This highlights the intimate, real nature of the resurrection appearances and Mary’s significant role as the first witness.

Mary Magdalene is the first person to see Jesus after His resurrection. In John 20:11-18, she goes to the tomb, finds it empty, and, when Jesus speaks her name, she instantly recognizes Him. This personal encounter makes her the first eyewitness to the risen Christ and the one who delivers the first report of the resurrection to the disciples. Other appearances follow—Jesus shows Himself to Peter and the others—but the earliest post-resurrection sighting recorded is Mary Magdalene’s. This highlights the intimate, real nature of the resurrection appearances and Mary’s significant role as the first witness.