Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About the Resurrection of the Dead"
The bodily resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian faith — Christ rose first, and all believers will be raised with glorified bodies.
The bodily resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian faith — Christ rose first, and all believers will be raised with glorified bodies.
"But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept." — 1 Corinthians 15:20 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About the Resurrection of the Dead?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept."
"For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout... and the dead in Christ shall rise first."
"All that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life."
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