Jewish custom at the time dictated that mourners return to the tomb every day for three days. Once the Sabbath had passed, the women returned at the earliest possible moment, bringing myrrh to anoint the body. It was at this point that the Resurrection was revealed to them, and they were commissioned to go and tell the Apostles.
In accordance with Jewish custom at the time, mourners were expected to visit the tomb daily for three days. After the Sabbath had concluded, the women returned as soon as possible, bringing myrrh to anoint the body. It was during this moment that the Resurrection became apparent to them, and they were instructed to go and inform the Apostles.