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What do the terms used in the Bible mean regarding the duration of hell?

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Biblical terms describing hell indicate a duration that is eternal and without end.

In Scripture, various terms are utilized to communicate the concept of the duration of hell, such as 'everlasting fire' and 'eternal destruction.' The Greek words 'ionios' and 'aionios' are consistently linked with duration that signifies no end. For instance, in Matthew 25:41-46, the word for both eternal life and eternal punishment is the same, affirming that both states are of infinite duration. Similarly, Revelation 14:11 describes the torment of the damned as ascending forever, further reinforcing the eternal nature of punishment. This biblical language asserts the permanence of hell, giving grave weight to the reality of divine judgment.
Scripture References: Matthew 25:46, Revelation 14:11, Matthew 18:8

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