Overview
The Bible addresses death, eternal across 4 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Luke. Closely related themes include Abraham, Death, Hell and Parables. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Abraham.
Key Bible verses about death, eternal
New Testament
Luke
And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom.
And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
And beside all this, between us and you there is a great gulf fixed: so that they which would pass from hence to you cannot; neither can they pass to us, that would come from thence.
People in the Bible and death, eternal
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying death, eternal for yourself
- Begin with Luke 16:23, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Consider the lives of Abraham and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Abraham, Death, Hell and Parables.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about death, eternal?
The Bible addresses death, eternal across 4 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Luke. Closely related themes include Abraham, Death, Hell and Parables. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Abraham.
How many Bible verses are about death, eternal?
The Bible references death, eternal in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention death, eternal?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Luke 16:23: “And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with death, eternal?
Abraham.
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