Messiah: The Sign of Jonah (Resurrection)
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The Resurrection as Ultimate Proof
Jesus stated that the only "sign" that would be given to his generation was the "Sign of Jonah" (Matthew 12:39-40).
The Logic of the Claim
If a person claims to be the Messiah and is executed, the claim is usually considered void. However, if that person rises from the dead, it serves as the ultimate divine vindication.
Prophetic Basis
- Psalm 16:10: "For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol, or let your holy one see corruption."
- Isaiah 53:10-11: After being "cut off from the land of the living," the text says "He shall see his offspring; he shall prolong his days." This implies life after death for the suffering servant.
Historical Significance
Without the Resurrection, there is no explanation for the sudden transformation of the disciples from fearful men to bold martyrs, nor for the rapid spread of the Messianic movement in the 1st Century.