What Is a Soul? | Bible Questions - JW.ORG
The word “soul” in the Bible is a translation of the Hebrew word neʹphesh and the Greek word psy·kheʹ. The Hebrew word literally means “a creature that breathes,” and the Greek word means “a living being.” a The soul, then, is the entire creature, not something inside that survives the death of the body.
“Soul” and “Spirit” —What Do These Terms Really Mean? - JW.ORG
Jesus gave his soul, or life, in behalf of mankind. In these Bible passages, or in the footnotes, the word “soul” clearly refers to the life of a person. You will find more examples of this sense of “soul” either in the text or in the footnotes found at 1 Kings 17:17-23; …
Where Are the Dead? What Happens When You Die? | Bible Teach
a For a discussion of the words “soul” and “spirit,” please see the Appendix article “‘Soul’ and ‘Spirit’—What Do These Terms Really Mean? WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES The dead do not see or hear or think.
Do Animals Go to Heaven? Is There a Dog Heaven or a Pet …
(Numbers 31:28) When the first man, Adam, was created, he was not given a soul but “became a living soul.” (Genesis 2:7, footnote) A soul is composed of two things: the “dust from the ground” and “the breath of life.”
What Happens When We Die? The Truth About Death - JW.ORG
Contrary to what some religions claim, the Bible does not teach that a person has an immortal soul that lives on after death. Thus, no one suffers after death. Thus, no one suffers after death. Also, since the dead are not aware of anything, they cannot harm us.
What Does the Bible Say About Blood Transfusions?
God told Noah: “Only flesh with its soul—its blood—you must not eat.” This command applies to all mankind from that time on because all are descendants of Noah. Leviticus 17:14. “You must not eat the blood of any sort of flesh, because the soul of every sort of flesh is its blood. Anyone eating it will be cut off.”
“You Must Love Jehovah Your God” —Matt 22:37 | Study - JW.ORG
Jun 15, 2014 · 8 If we love God with our whole heart, soul, and mind, we will be diligent students of his Word, will wholeheartedly serve his purposes, and will zealously declare the good news of the Kingdom. ( Matt. 24:14; Rom. 12:1, 2 ) True love for Jehovah will draw us ever closer to him.
Proverbs 2 | Online Bible | New World Translation
2 My son, if you accept my sayings And treasure up my commandments,+ 2 By making your ear attentive to wisdom+ And inclining your heart to discernment;+ 3 Moreover, if you call out for understanding+ And raise your voice for discernment;+ 4 If you keep seeking for it as for silver,+ And you keep searching for it as for hidden treasures;+ 5 Then you will understand the fear of …
Psalms 19 | Online Bible | New World Translation
Psalm 19:1-14—Read the Bible online or download free. The New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures is published by Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses Celebrate Certain Holidays?
Holidays that are based on the idea that the soul is immortal. The Bible clearly states that the soul can die. (Ezekiel 18:4) Therefore, Jehovah’s Witnesses do not celebrate the holidays listed below, which promote belief in the immortality of the sou