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What does the Bible say about death compared to sleep?

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The Bible often likens death to sleep, emphasizing the rest it brings to the body and the awakening of the dead at resurrection.

The Bible frequently describes death as a state of sleep, particularly in passages like Daniel 12:2 and 1 Thessalonians 4:14, where the dead are said to awake. This metaphor captures the idea that just as sleep provides temporary rest, death serves as a pause before the resurrection of believers who will be united with Christ. In essence, for Christians, death is not an end but a transition into a different state of existence.
Scripture References: Daniel 12:2, 1 Thessalonians 4:14

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Death Compared to a Sleep
Benjamin Keach · Jun 23, 2023
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