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How do we know hell is a real place?

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The reality of hell as a place of torment is affirmed by Jesus in Luke 16:23-24, where He describes the experience of the rich man.

Hell is portrayed in the Bible as a very real and terrifying place of conscious punishment for the wicked. In Luke 16:23-24, Jesus uses the account of the rich man, who, after dying, finds himself in torment in hell and yearning for relief from his sufferings. This clear depiction illustrates that hell is not a mere metaphor, but a place where suffering and separation from God's grace occurs. Additionally, the consistent biblical teaching on judgment emphasizes God's holiness and justice, reinforcing the reality of hell for all who reject Him. It underscores the consequences of sin and serves as a sober warning throughout Scripture, affirming that hell, with its unending torment, is as real as heaven.
Scripture References: Luke 16:23-24, Revelation 20:15, Matthew 25:41, Matthew 5:22, Mark 9:43-48, Matthew 25:46, Matthew 13:42; Revelation 20:15, Luke 16:19-31, Mark 9:44-48, Luke 16:23, Revelation 20:14-15, Revelation 20:13, Luke 16:22-24; Revelation 21:27

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