Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Death"
The Bible teaches that physical death entered the world through sin, but through Christ, believers have the hope of resurrection and eternal life.
The Bible teaches that physical death entered the world through sin, but through Christ, believers have the hope of resurrection and eternal life.
"O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law." — 1 Corinthians 15:55-56 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Death?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law."
"Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die."
"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away."
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