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13 And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell (Hades) delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works.
14 And death and hell (Hades) were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death.
15 And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.
In this passage, John describes the final judgment before the great white throne. All the dead appear before God: the sea, death, and Hades give up those who are in them so that they may be judged according to their works.
Hades, which is the place of the dead before the final judgment, is not the final judgment itself. After giving up the dead who were there, it is itself cast into the lake of fire. This shows that even death and the place where the dead are held before judgment will be permanently removed.
The lake of fire is called the second death. It represents the final judgment and eternal separation from God for those whose names are not written in the book of life.
This passage marks God's final victory over sin, death, and all their consequences. After this judgment, death will no longer exist, preparing the way for the new creation, where God will dwell forever with those who belong to Him.
13 And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works.
14 And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death.
In this passage, John describes the final judgment before the great white throne. All the dead are brought before God: the sea, death, and hell deliver those who are in them so that they may be judged according to their works.
This judgment reveals God's perfect justice. No one can escape His presence, and every person is confronted with the result of their life and their choices. The works mentioned do not serve as a way to obtain salvation, but they reveal the true spiritual condition of each person.
After this judgment, death and hell are cast into the lake of fire, which is called the second death. This marks the complete removal of death and its consequences brought by sin. God's final victory is then accomplished, preparing the way for the new creation, where death will no longer exist.
43 And if thy hand offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell (Gehenna), into the fire that never shall be quenched:
44 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
45 And if thy foot offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter halt into life, than having two feet to be cast into hell (Gehenna), into the fire that never shall be quenched:
46 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
47 And if thine eye offend thee, pluck it out: it is better for thee to enter into the kingdom of God with one eye, than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire:
48 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
In this passage, Jesus teaches the seriousness of sin and the reality of judgment. The images of cutting off a hand, a foot, or removing an eye are not a command for physical self-mutilation, but a powerful illustration of the need to remove anything that leads a person into sin.
Jesus contrasts two destinies: entering into eternal life or being cast into Gehenna. The word “Gehenna” comes from the Valley of Hinnom, a place near Jerusalem that was once associated with idolatrous sacrifices. Over time, this valley became a symbol of God's final judgment.
By speaking of a fire that is not quenched and a worm that does not die, Jesus describes a real and final judgment. Gehenna does not represent a temporary punishment, but a permanent separation from God for those who reject His salvation.
This passage therefore reminds us of the seriousness of sin and the importance of seeking the life that God offers. Jesus warns that judgment is certain, but He also calls everyone to turn away from evil in order to enter the Kingdom of God.
1 And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.
2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.
3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God.
4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
In this passage, John describes the glorious fulfillment of God’s plan for humanity. After the Great White Throne Judgment, God creates a new heaven and a new earth, where sin, death, and every consequence of the Fall have been completely removed. The New Jerusalem descends from heaven, and God will dwell with His people forever.
This event will take place after the Great White Throne Judgment, marking the beginning of the eternal state. Believers will live forever in the presence of God in a completely renewed creation, where there will be no more death, sorrow, crying, or pain.
This passage presents the glorious conclusion of the entire Bible. The plan of salvation accomplished through Jesus Christ will culminate in perfect fellowship between God and His people. Every promise of God will be fully fulfilled, and His redeemed people will enjoy His presence, peace, and joy forever.