John 20:15

Hebrew Bible (DHNT) 1885 - Delitzsch's Hebrew New Testament

ויאמר אליה ישוע אשה למה תבכי את־מי תבקשי והיא חשבה כי־הוא שמר הגן ותאמר אליו אדני אם־אתה נשאת אתו מזה הגידה־נא לי איפה הנחתו ולקחתיו משם׃

What Does This Mean?

Jesus asks Mary why she is crying and whom she is looking for. She thinks he's the gardener and asks where they put Jesus' body so she can take it away.

Explained for Children

Imagine you lost your favorite toy and are really sad. Someone asks what’s wrong, but you think they’re just a friend who might know about your toy. You tell them if you took the toy, could you please give it back? That's like Mary looking for Jesus after he died.

Historical Background

The Gospel of John was written by the disciple John around AD 90-100. It was intended for a wide audience but especially for those in the early Christian communities who needed to understand and believe in the resurrection of Jesus.

Living It Out Today

Imagine finding hope when you least expect it, like Mary did when she thought Jesus was just a gardener. In life, unexpected encounters can bring us comfort and guidance when we're at our lowest points.

Topics

• resurrection
• faith
• hope
• encounter
• grief
• comfort

Related Verses

• Genesis 3:23
• Luke 24:1-7
• Mark 16:9
• Matthew 28:5-6
• John 11:25

Recommended Reading

Commentary John Commentaries → Get This Bible DHNT Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Mary think Jesus was a gardener?

Mary was grieving and expecting to see someone else, so she mistook Jesus for a gardener, showing her deep focus on finding Jesus' body.

What does this verse teach about faith?

It shows how faith can be strengthened when we least expect it, as Mary's encounter with Jesus transformed her sorrow into joy and understanding.

How can this story comfort someone who is grieving?

This story reminds us that even in our darkest moments of grief, unexpected encounters or revelations (like Mary's) can bring solace and a new perspective on loss.

What does it mean to seek Jesus in times of sorrow?

Seeking Jesus in times of sorrow means looking for his presence and guidance when we feel lost, much like Mary was searching for answers about Jesus' body.