The Resurrection of Jesus refers to the event in which Jesus Christ, after being crucified and buried, rose from the dead on the third day. This event is a central belief in Christianity, symbolizing victory over sin and death. It is celebrated by Christians around the world during the holiday of Easter. According to the New Testament, after His resurrection, Jesus appeared to His disciples and many others over a period of forty days before ascending to heaven. This event is seen as a fulfillment of the prophecies in the Hebrew Scriptures and is foundational to the Christian faith, affirming the belief in eternal life.