Bible Verses About "What does the Bible say about hell"
Hell is described as a place of eternal separation from God, fire, and punishment for the unrepentant — a solemn biblical reality that underscores the urgency of the gospel.
Hell is described as a place of eternal separation from God, fire, and punishment for the unrepentant — a solemn biblical reality that underscores the urgency of the gospel.
"And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal." — Matthew 25:46 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What does the Bible say about hell?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal."
"Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched."
"And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire."
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