660 B
660 B
Jesus himself
The word “himself” focuses on Jesus and the surprise of Jesus actually appearing to them. Most of them had not seen him after his resurrection.
in the midst of them
This can be translated as "where they could all see him."
Peace be to you
"May you have peace" or "May God give you peace!" (UDB) The word "you" is plural. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-you)
they were terrified and filled with fear
"they were startled and afraid" (UDB)
supposed that they saw a spirit
They did not yet truly understand that Jesus was really alive.
a spirit
Here it refers to the spirit of a dead person.