Peter therefore went forth, and that other disciple, and came to the sepulchre.
Parallel translations
- WEB Therefore Peter and the other disciple went out, and they went toward the tomb.
- BSB Then Peter and the other disciple set out for the tomb.
- NKJV Peter therefore went out, and the other disciple, and were going to the tomb.
- NASB So Peter and the other disciple left, and they were going to the tomb.
- NLT Peter and the other disciple started out for the tomb.
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Peter and the other disciple set out for the tomb. The report drives them to see for themselves.
Overview
Hearing Mary's news, Peter and the beloved disciple immediately head to investigate. Their action shows the disciples sought firsthand evidence rather than relying on rumor. The scene begins the careful eyewitness account that grounds the resurrection in verifiable experience.
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- Luke 24:12Then arose Peter, and ran unto the sepulchre; and stooping down, he beheld the linen clothes laid by themselves, and departed, wondering in himself at that which was come to pass.
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