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Christ, the First Fruits
Commentators clarify that while the tombs opened at Jesus' death, these saints were resurrected after Jesus' own resurrection. This is theologically crucial because it establishes Jesus as the "first fruits from the dead" (1 Corinthians 15:20). Their resurrection was a direct result of His victory, demonstrating that the hope of resurrection for all believers—both Old and New Testament saints—is entirely dependent on Christ's triumph over the grave.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 27:53
18th Century
Theologian
And came out of the graves after his resurrection. The narrative of Matthew does not determine whether they came to life before J…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 27:45–54
19th Century
Preacher
Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land unto the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, sayin…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 27:51–53
(51a) On the tearing of the temple veil, see comment on Mk 15:38. In accordance with Matthew’s fulfillment themes (cf. comments on 5:17–20; 11:11–1…
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John Calvin
On Matthew 27:53
16th Century
Theologian
And went into the holy city. When Matthew bestows on Jerusalem the honorable designation of the holy city, he does not intend to …
John Gill
On Matthew 27:53
17th Century
Pastor
And came out of the graves after his resurrection
The resurrection of Christ; for he rose as the first fruits, as th…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 27:51–56
17th Century
Minister
The tearing of the veil signified that Christ, by His death, opened a way to God. We now have an open way through Christ to the throne of grace, or…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 27:27–66
13th Century
Philosopher
After relating His condemnation, His Passion and death are treated here; and secondly, His burial is treated, where it is said, And whe…