Resurrection: meaning, definitions and examples
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resurrection
[ ˌrɛzəˈrɛkʃ(ə)n ]
Christianity
The action or fact of resurrecting or being resurrected. The belief in the resurrection of the body.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a central doctrine in Christianity.
- Many Christians celebrate Easter as a holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus.
General
The revitalization or revival of something.
Synonyms
rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal
Examples of usage
- The resurrection of the old building brought new life to the neighborhood.
- The film's resurrection at the film festival surprised many critics.
General
An instance of something coming back into use or popularity.
Synonyms
comeback, reemergence, revival
Examples of usage
- The band's reunion tour was a resurrection of their music career.
- The classic car experienced a resurrection in the collector's market.
Translations
Translations of the word "resurrection" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ressurreição
🇮🇳 पुनरुत्थान
🇩🇪 Auferstehung
🇮🇩 kebangkitan
🇺🇦 воскресіння
🇵🇱 zmartwychwstanie
🇯🇵 復活 (ふっかつ)
🇫🇷 résurrection
🇪🇸 resurrección
🇹🇷 diriliş
🇰🇷 부활 (buhwal)
🇸🇦 قيامة (qiyama)
🇨🇿 vzkříšení
🇸🇰 zmŕtvychvstanie
🇨🇳 复活 (fùhuó)
🇸🇮 vstajenje
🇮🇸 upprisa
🇰🇿 қайта тірілу
🇬🇪 აღდგომა (aghdgoma)
🇦🇿 dirçəliş
🇲🇽 resurrección
Word origin
The word 'resurrection' originated from the Latin word 'resurrectio' which means 'resurgence' or 'rising again'. It has been a significant concept in various religions and mythologies throughout history, symbolizing the idea of life after death or the renewal of life. In Christianity, the resurrection of Jesus Christ plays a central role in the belief system, representing triumph over death and the promise of eternal life.
See also: resurrect, resurrected.