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“Abraham’s bosom” is found in the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus Jesus taught about Heaven and Hell. Lazarus went into Hades (limbo), a place of rest, contentment, and peace, whereas the rich man found himself into Hell unaided and in torment. Hades was contiguous with Hell.

After Jesus’ death on a cross, He was placed in a tomb to remain forever. Yet, when Jesus was in the tomb, He descended into Hell in spirit to gain control over Satan and release all souls from Hades into Heaven.

There is no biblical evidence Adam and Eve were saved. It seems they affirmed the basic truths of the gospel and confessed their need for the Savior promised to them. Adam and Eve were released from Hades (limbo) into Heaven.

God had never intended death for people, but Adam and Eve introduced death into the world.

People who believe in the redemptive power of Christ on the Cross believe the grave is a passage to Heaven. Jesus claimed the keys of Hades (limbo) from Satan who would not have control over a person destiny upon death.

Each person will live eternity in Heaven or Hell. The rich man focused on life on Earth; Lazarus trusted in God and endured many hardships. Lazarus died and was carried by angels to Abraham’s bosom. The rich man also died, and being in torments in Hell, he lifted his eyes and saw Abraham afar and Lazarus in his bosom.”

Physical death separates body from soul, whereas spiritual death separates soul from God. Jesus taught we ought not fear physical death but be concerned about spiritual death. Seeking or disregarding God on Earth determine our eternal destiny: Heaven or Hell.

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