New Testament · 1st century

Lazarus

Who was Lazarus?

Lazarus was a friend of Jesus from Bethany whom Jesus raised from the dead after four days in the tomb.

RoleThe man Jesus raised from the dead
Era1st century
HomeBethany
SiblingsMary and Martha
Known forRaised after four days

Lazarus, brother of Mary and Martha, fell sick and died while Jesus was away. By the time Jesus arrived, he had been in the tomb four days.

Standing before the tomb, Jesus wept — the shortest verse in the Bible — then declared, “I am the resurrection and the life,” and called, “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man walked out, still wrapped in grave cloths.

The miracle convinced many to believe and hardened the resolve of Jesus’ enemies.

Key verses BSB · Public Domain (CC0)
John 11:25 “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies.” John 11:43 “After Jesus had said this, He called out in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!””
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Original BibleDawn profile. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy. Scripture quoted from the public-domain Berean Standard Bible.