Luke 24:2
Luke 24:2 in Multiple Translations
They found the stone rolled away from the tomb,
And they found the stone rolled away from the sepulchre.
And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb.
And they saw that the stone had been rolled away.
They found that the stone had been rolled away from the entrance to the tomb,
And they found the stone rolled away from the sepulchre,
and they found the stone having been rolled away from the tomb,
They found the stone rolled away from the tomb.
And they found the stone rolled away from the sepulcher.
And they found the stone rolled back from the sepulchre.
They discovered that the stone had been rolled away from the entrance to the tomb.
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Study Notes — Luke 24:2
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- Luke 24:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 24:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 24:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 24:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 24:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 24:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 24:2
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 24:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 24:2
- Sermons on Luke 24:2
Context — The Resurrection
2They found the stone rolled away from the tomb,
3but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4While they were puzzling over this, suddenly two men in radiant apparel stood beside them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Mark 16:3–4 | They were asking one another, “Who will roll away the stone from the entrance of the tomb?” But when they looked up, they saw that the stone had been rolled away, even though it was extremely large. |
| 2 | Matthew 27:60–66 | and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut into the rock. Then he rolled a great stone across the entrance to the tomb and went away. Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb. The next day, the one after Preparation Day, the chief priests and Pharisees assembled before Pilate. “Sir,” they said, “we remember that while He was alive that deceiver said, ‘After three days I will rise again.’ So give the order that the tomb be secured until the third day. Otherwise, His disciples may come and steal Him away and tell the people He has risen from the dead. And this last deception would be worse than the first.” “You have a guard,” Pilate said. “Go, make the tomb as secure as you know how.” So they went and secured the tomb by sealing the stone and posting the guard. |
| 3 | Mark 15:46–47 | So Joseph bought a linen cloth, took down the body of Jesus, wrapped it in the cloth, and placed it in a tomb that had been cut out of the rock. Then he rolled a stone against the entrance to the tomb. Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joseph saw where His body was placed. |
| 4 | Matthew 28:2 | Suddenly there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, rolled away the stone, and sat on it. |
| 5 | John 20:1–2 | Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved. “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb,” she said, “and we do not know where they have put Him!” |
Luke 24:2 Summary
The stone being rolled away from Jesus' tomb is a powerful symbol of His resurrection and victory over death. It shows that nothing can stand in the way of God's power and plan, not even death itself, as seen in Jesus' own words in John 10:18 and the prophetic words of Isaiah 25:8. This event reminds us of the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ, as celebrated in 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, giving us hope and assurance in our faith. By trusting in Jesus' power, just as the stone was rolled away, we can overcome any obstacle in our lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the stone rolled away from the tomb?
The stone was rolled away by an angel, as seen in Matthew 28:2, to reveal the empty tomb and demonstrate Jesus' power over death, as prophesied in Isaiah 25:8 and fulfilled in accordance with Jesus' own words in John 10:18.
Who rolled away the stone from the tomb?
Although the verse does not explicitly state who rolled away the stone, according to Matthew 28:2, it was an angel of the Lord who rolled away the stone, signifying the supernatural nature of Jesus' resurrection, as also hinted at in Luke 24:23.
What does the rolled-away stone signify?
The rolled-away stone signifies the removal of the obstacle that stood between Jesus and the world, symbolizing His victory over death and sin, as celebrated in Psalm 16:10 and Acts 2:24, which speak of God's power in raising Jesus from the dead.
How does this event relate to our faith?
This event is a cornerstone of the Christian faith, as it demonstrates Jesus' power to overcome death and sin, giving us hope for our own resurrection, as promised in 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 and 1 Thessalonians 4:14, which remind us that our faith is rooted in the historical fact of Jesus' resurrection.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of the stone rolled away from the tomb evoke in my heart, and how can I apply this picture of Jesus' power to my own life?
- How does the fact that Jesus' tomb was found empty impact my understanding of His teachings and the promise of eternal life?
- In what ways can I, like the women in this story, approach Jesus with a mix of reverence, curiosity, and expectation, ready to discover the wonders of His resurrection power?
- What are the 'stones' in my life that seem insurmountable, and how can I trust in Jesus' power to roll them away, just as He did at His tomb?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 24:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 24:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 24:2
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 24:2
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 24:2
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Luke 24:2
Cambridge Bible on Luke 24:2
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 24:2
Sermons on Luke 24:2
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A Letter to a Bereaved Brother by John Gifford Bellett | John Gifford Bellett preaches about the abundant joy found in God's presence, as seen in the opening of Luke where angels and filled human vessels express joy in the Holy Ghost. Be |
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Mark 15:46 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the significance of the stone against the tomb of Jesus, symbolizing the death of key concepts of God, passion for redemption, and true religion. He emphasize |
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"Laid Him in a Sepulchre Which Was Hewn Out of a Rock, and Rolled a Stone Unto the Door of the sepulchre." Mar 15:46 by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan reflects on the profound sorrow surrounding the burial of Jesus, emphasizing the despair felt by His followers as they laid Him in the tomb, sealing it with a st |
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Freedom Cd - Track 10 (Compilation) by Compilations | In this sermon, John Welsh shares his personal testimony of how he was delivered from a life of homosexuality and drug addiction. He emphasizes that God's love and sacrifice on the |
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Upon This Rock by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of finding time for reflection and stillness in our busy lives. He shares his own experience of taking time to watch the suns |
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Angel Workers by Andrew Bonar | Andrew Bonar shares a profound allegory of a gathering of angels who discuss their divine missions and the importance of their service to God and humanity. Each angel recounts thei |
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The Angels by Lewis Sperry Chafer | Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the intricate details of angels as depicted in the Scriptures, emphasizing their distinct order of creation, heavenly position above man, and the va |







