Lo, the dead shall rise to heaven! Brethren hail the blest decree; Every sin shall be forgiven, Hell forever cease to be!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A declaration that death and sin will end and the dead will rise to heaven.
- In plain terms
- The dead will go to heaven and sin and hell will disappear.
- What can you take from it?
- Death and sin are temporary; resurrection is certain.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you hope happens after death?
- How do you cope with loss?
Another view
This assumes a specific religious worldview.
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