Problems in Christianity
Who Was First To See Jesus
Gospel Contradictions
Here is a table summarizing who saw Jesus first after his resurrection according to the four Gospels and Paul's writings, along with verse citations:
| Source | First Witness(es) | Verse Citations |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew | Mary Magdalene and the other Mary | Matthew 28:1, 28:9-10 |
| Mark (Shorter Ending) | Mary Magdalene | Mark 16:9 |
| Luke | Cleopas and another disciple on the road to Emmaus, followed by Peter | Luke 24:13-16, 24:34 |
| John | Mary Magdalene | John 20:1, 20:14-18 |
| Paul (1 Corinthians) | Cephas (Peter), then the Twelve | 1 Corinthians 15:3-5 |