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A Short History of Hell
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In the popular imagination, hell is depicted as a place of fire, presided over by Satan. But depictions of hell have actually evolved over time.
Archangel Names and Stories in Abrahamic Religions
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Abrahamic religions often refer to angels who are servants of God, often coming down to Earth to perform miracles and give guidance to humans. Above even the angels are what believers call archangels, who are an elite class basically serving as the Lord's chief princes, reporting to him directly.
Why Do We Say 'Amen'?
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Whether spoken softly in private prayer or shouted in church, the word carries weight. But have you ever asked, why do we say amen?
The Angel of Death Has One Job, and He Does It Well
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In TV shows and movies, sometimes an angel of death appears to tell some unfortunate soul their time on Earth is over. But where did this idea come from? And what if you tell the angel, "I'm not ready?"
Can You Answer These Hard Bible Questions in 7 Minutes?
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You might have to call upon the Holy Spirit if you want to get all the Bible questions in this quiz right before the seven-minute mark hits. Do you believe you have what it takes?
Who Were the 12 Tribes of Israel and Did They Exist?
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The formation of the 12 tribes of Israel is one of the foundational narratives of the Bible. But nowadays, a new picture of the 12 tribes has emerged.
How Old Was Jesus When He Died?
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While 33 is often the "go-to" answer to the question of how old was Jesus when he died, many scholars doubt that age is accurate.
Who Was Pontius Pilate, Before and After Jesus' Crucifixion?
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Pontius Pilate is best known in the Bible as the Roman governor who gave in to the crowd's demands to have Jesus executed. But contemporary historians don't have much good to say about him either.
The Armor of God: A Metaphorical Guide to Christian Faith
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The Christian faith — like many religions — is known for having a range of interpretations, especially when it comes to the Bible. Today we'll be looking at a passage from Ephesians, from which we get the term "armor of god."
Is This a Real Bible Verse or Not?
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The Bible is one of the most influential works of all time, but how well do you know it? See if you can pick out the real Bible verses with this HowStuffWorks quiz!