Yes, eyewitnesses.
Richard M. Riss has written: 'The evidence for the resurrection of Jesus Christ' -- subject(s): Resurrection
The evidence that John presents for the resurrection of Jesus somewhat contradicts the evidence of the other gospels, but is closest to Luke, the synoptic gospel that John's Gospel most closely resembles.In John's Gospel, the risen Jesus appeared to the disciples in the upper room and showed them his wounds, but Thomas was not present. Eight days later, Jesus again appeared to the disciples, this time with Thomas present, and offered to let Thomas touch his wounds. These appearances, and the later appearance at the Sea of Galilee, are provided as evidence of the resurrection, and the wounds are the evidence that this really was Jesus, in the flesh.
Yes, there are multiple accounts in the Bible where witnesses, including the apostles and other followers of Jesus, claim to have seen him alive after his crucifixion, providing testimony to his resurrection.
No. They did not believe in a resurrection, and Jesus is the resurrection and the life, (John 11.25)
No, Thomas did not touch Jesus to confirm his resurrection.
Jesus appeared to the disciples after his resurrection on the third day.
Yes, Thomas touching Jesus after his resurrection was significant because it provided physical proof of Jesus' resurrection, reinforcing Thomas' belief in his resurrection and divinity.
The great evidence of his resurrection was that he showed himself alive to his apostles; being alive, he showed himself and they saw him. After his resurrection he gave the disciples the commission to go and preach the gospel.
After the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Angels announced the resurrection of Jesus (Mark 16:1-8)
Jesus was in the grave for three days before his resurrection.