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What does it mean?
The speaker envisions the resurrection of souls at the end of time when angels sound their trumpets.
In plain terms
When the world ends, angels will blow trumpets and dead souls will rise.
What can you take from it?
Expect the ultimate reunion at the end of the world.

Where it applies

  • apocalyptic thought
  • religious hope
  • funeral

Putting it to work

  • look forward to reunion
  • prepare for final day

Questions to consider

  • What would you do if time ended?
  • How do you imagine your return?

Another view

It relies on specific religious imagery about the end of the world.

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