Easter Timeline

33 CE

Resurrection of Jesus

According to Christian theology, Jesus rises from the dead on the Sunday after his Friday crucifixion.

33 CE

Crucifixion of Jesus

Sentenced by Pontius Pilate, Jesus is crucified outside Jerusalem's city walls, most likely sometime between 30 and 33 CE.

28 CE

Ministry of Jesus

After being baptized by John, Jesus begins preaching in Galilee and recruits his disciples.

4 BCE

Birth of Jesus

Most scholars agree that Jesus was born somewhere between the years 6 and 4 BCE.