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resurrection
In a religious context, especially in Christianity, the raising of someone from the dead. Usually refers to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
An Ostern feiern Christen die Auferstehung Jesu von den Toten.
At Easter, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.
The word comes from the verb 'auferstehen' (to rise from the dead), which consists of 'auf' and 'erstehen' (an old word for getting up). The ending '-ung' turns the verb into a noun that describes the process of rising again.
Die Geschichte handelt von der Auferstehung eines gefallenen Helden.
The story is about the resurrection of a fallen hero.
In this meaning, the word is very strongly connected with Christianity and almost always refers to the 'Auferstehung Jesu Christi' (resurrection of Jesus Christ). The most important holiday in this context is Easter.
Viele Menschen gehen an Ostern in die Kirche, um die Auferstehung zu feiern.
Many people go to church at Easter to celebrate the resurrection.
In the figurative meaning, 'Auferstehung' (resurrection) is often combined with verbs like 'erleben' (to experience) or 'feiern' (to celebrate). It describes the new beginning of things such as a band, a brand, a career, or a sports club.
Nach dem Skandal erlebte der Politiker eine politische Auferstehung.
After the scandal, the politician experienced a political resurrection.
downfall / sinking / sunset
'der Untergang' and 'die Auferstehung' form a clear contrast in a figurative sense. 'der Untergang' describes the collapse or end of something large, for example a power or a culture. 'die Auferstehung', by contrast, describes a revival or a new beginning after a severe crisis. When something undergoes an 'Untergang', it loses its significance or ceases to exist. When it experiences an 'Auferstehung', it comes back unexpectedly.
Nach Jahren ohne Erfolg feierte der Verein eine echte Auferstehung.
After years without success, the club experienced a true resurrection.
Viele Fehler der Regierung führten schließlich zum Untergang des Staates.
Many mistakes by the government eventually led to the downfall of the state.