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What does the Bible say about suicide?

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The Bible presents several cases of suicide, such as Judas Iscariot, who took his life after betraying Jesus, highlighting the gravity and sinfulness of the act.

The Bible addresses the topic of suicide through examples such as Judas Iscariot, King Saul, and Ahithophel. In Matthew 27, Judas hanged himself out of guilt for betraying innocent blood. These cases illustrate the deep psychological turmoil, guilt, and despair that often accompany such actions. The Scripture emphasizes that taking one's life is ultimately an act of self-murder, violating the sixth commandment, 'Thou shalt not kill' (Exodus 20:13). Suicide is depicted not as a noble escape from suffering but as the tragic result of a life estranged from God. It is a people-facing reality that life should be valued and cherished as a gift from God.
Scripture References: Matthew 27:1-10, 1 Samuel 31:4, 2 Samuel 17:23, 1 John 1:7, Psalms 57:1-2, Exodus 20:13, 1 Samuel 31, John 6:37, Romans 8:38-39, 1 John 3:15, Revelation 21:8, John 11, Romans 3:25

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