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Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by EmperorIsaac(m): 9:20am On Mar 23, 2025

It is a useless prayer knowing that after death, it's judgement!

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Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by smokinloud(m): 9:21am On Mar 23, 2025

AllBlack:
Dumb. and who said they were not?

So we shouldn't do anything in life except it existed back then or was mentioned in one book called bible?

The thread is about the opinion of the book dude. We're not forcing any belief on you. Just discussing the bible.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by donmik: 9:22am On Mar 23, 2025

'In such cases, divine judgement is suspended and the dead are given another opportunity by God to miraculously live again in fulfillment of their destinies'

Can you please, expatiate on this paragraph with scriptural support?

Thanks

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Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Mandesz(m): 9:29am On Mar 23, 2025

It's a wish

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by smokinloud(m): 9:32am On Mar 23, 2025

donmik:
'In such cases, divine judgement is suspended and the dead are given another opportunity by God to miraculously live again in fulfillment of their destinies'

Can you please, expatiate on this paragraph with scriptural support?

Thanks

Op is just talking gibberish. Nothing like that (reincarnation) is approved of in the bible. After death is judgement safe those that their time is not up yet like the fallen angels who wander the earth.

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Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Truthseeker10: 9:35am On Mar 23, 2025

gohf:
Shalom. For anyone to enter God's rest and Shalom, they have to have done good in this life and pleased God.

Praying for the dead is worthless if they are already condemned but I also understand some don't want such souls to come out and begin to torment others as demons 😁😀,...

Is there any dead person that is not resting?

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by donmik: 9:38am On Mar 23, 2025

How can you analyse between Hebrews 9v27 and the following scriptures?

2Ti 1:15 This thou knowest, that all they which are in Asia be turned away from me; of whom are Phygellus and Hermogenes.

2Ti 1:16 The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain:

2Ti 1:17 But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me.

2Ti 1:18 The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in how many things he ministered unto me at Ephesus, thou knowest very well.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Taiwo20(m): 9:38am On Mar 23, 2025

Noted. What if the whole concept of heaven was not real?

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Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by adenigga(m): 9:39am On Mar 23, 2025

jogsman01:
It's not scriptural nau. Na 'Go to Hell' dey biblical. Nonsense and ingredients

You ehn!......

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Truthseeker10: 9:41am On Mar 23, 2025

malvisguy212:
Rest in peace only make sense if you live a godly life on earth, you will rest in peace. in Isaiah 57:2, it says, "Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death."

This verse suggests that those who have lived righteously will find peace in death.

Does that mean that people who did not live uprightly will suffer in death?

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by ednut1(m): 9:41am On Mar 23, 2025

Is it scriptural to use mobile phones?

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Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Truthseeker10: 9:42am On Mar 23, 2025

Nokio2:
.so somebody will live his full life in dis naija come kpai n u no wan tell am rest in peace with all the pieces him don see

Isaiah 57:2 ("Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death"

What about those whondo not live rightly. What happens to them at death?

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Truthseeker10: 9:43am On Mar 23, 2025

gohf:
so is it evil to wish that a person who has passed away has gone to rest in the Lord?

The Hebrews held a belief and hope that the righteous leaving this world sleep in God's Shalom, would rest in his peace which is very opposite to sheol and hell, the place of torment.

By the way Paul did mention those who got baptized for the dead, not that he taught it. And as much as I agree there is no mercy in hell, I don't see what is bad in have a desire that the person enters God's rest even if they didn't.

Does Ecclesiastics 9:10 say that hell and sheol are places of torment?

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Truthseeker10: 9:45am On Mar 23, 2025

judewrites:
The solemn words "Rest in peace" which are commonly used in referring to the dead originates from the latin prayer "requiescat in pace" meaning "may he or she begin to rest in peace (Amen)".

Unknowingly to many, each time we say "may his or her soul rest in peace" we are actually offering a prayer for the dead which is not biblical.

The bible never teaches that we should pray for the eternal rest of the dead as some religions do.

Once a person dies, they face judgement from God (Hebrews 9:27) and their fate is sealed eternally in heaven or hell. (Matthew 18:9)

The only prayer we can offer for the dead according to scriptures is the prayer of resurrection. (2 Kings 4:32-35, John 11:43-44, Acts 9: 40-41)

In such cases, divine judgement is suspended and the dead are given another opportunity by God to miraculously live again in fulfillment of their destinies.

We don't pray to God to forgive the sins of the dead or repose/rest their souls.

Offering prayers for the peace of the dead are rooted in heretical beliefs in 'purgatory'_a temporary place of purification until one is fit to enter God's presence.

Personally, I have always doubted the use of "rest in peace", because it's not scriptural to pray for the peace of the dead.

But to we that are alive, what's the meaning of life like Solomon pondered? (Ecclesiastes 1)

The whole essence and meaning of life is to please God; we are purposely created to please Him most especially through faith, praise and worship. (Revelation 4:11)

No matter what you are or have, life is meaningless and miserable outside pleasing God.

To live fulfilling lives on earth and to ultimately make heaven, our lives must be well pleasing to God:

📖 And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
— Matthew 3:17

If a person dies and a person is judged to go to heaven straight, explain John 3:13.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Advancedman(m): 9:45am On Mar 23, 2025

Christianity is adulterated 90% of what is practice today is and has never been scriptural.
Motivation speaking and storytelling called preaching, Counseling which they suck at, Conducting marriage, manipulation and oppressions, segregation and individualism etc

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by IPDGP: 9:45am On Mar 23, 2025

Rest in peace is not a prayer but just a wish

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Truthseeker10: 9:46am On Mar 23, 2025

JuanDeDios:
Hmm. Interesting angle.

This is interesting though.

So, on death, people typically are judged and get sent to heaven or hell. But some may get a reprieve and receive a resurrection, that is, a second chance to live and try again. Do you mean a reincarnation?

Ecclesiastics 9:10 is against your statement in bold.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Truthseeker10: 9:47am On Mar 23, 2025

Ajofiapero:
RIP is a mere wish.
Considering the fact that only God know where our souls go after death, we the living can only wish our loved ones to be at peace wherever they headed.

Or
Maybe during funerals we should start saying stuffs like may ur soul go wiaeva it deserves.

Op Does dat make you feel berra??

What exactly is the soul that survives the body after death?

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by malvisguy212: 9:55am On Mar 23, 2025

Truthseeker10:
Does that mean that people who did not live uprightly will suffer in death?

yep.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Oyoyo7: 9:59am On Mar 23, 2025

Isa.57.2 For the godly who die will rest in peace. (NLT)

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by captainamiedi1: 10:02am On Mar 23, 2025

Nobody has the power to rest someone in peace. Only God and the deeds of the person can do that and your wishes doesn't change it. So it's not scriptural

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by femi4: 10:09am On Mar 23, 2025

AllBlack:
Dumb. and who said they were not?

So we shouldn't do anything in life except it existed back then or was mentioned in one book called bible?

Unfortunately, you couldn't link my comment to your post. You lack comprehension

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Olichoke: 10:12am On Mar 23, 2025

It's needless

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by Image123(m): 10:28am On Mar 23, 2025

Leave it for God to answer, keep preaching the word.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by profmallor: 10:52am On Mar 23, 2025

1 Samuel 28:15 – Samuel’s Soul Speaks After Death:"And Samuel said to Saul, Why hast thou disquieted me, to bring me up? And Saul answered, I am sore distressed….

This shows 2 things Samuel speaking after death when summoned by the witch of Endor which shows that even the dead still have self-consciousness, second is that Prophet Samuel was in a place of rest (because he was brought out of quietness) – which could be resting in peace.

Revelation 6:9-10 – Martyrs Cry for Justice, Gen 4:10: Abel Cries from the dead, Luke 16:22-24 – The Rich Man in Torment are all passages that shows the dead crying from a state of distress. So , it is possible for the dead to as mentioned earlier to be in a state of consciousness and distress(unrest).

So, when people pray for the dead to rest in peace, its not really a prayer that can be answered but more of a farewell wish, that they may find peace until the day of judgement. While it may be of little help to what awaits them at the other side, it’s the least the living can do in that state of despair. I know Muslims pray for the dead but there are no biblical evidence to show there is mercy after death.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by StillDtruth: 10:53am On Mar 23, 2025

femi4:
Scripture is silent on it. It was introduced by Catholic tradition

Not really.

All pagan traditions have this prayer in their funeral rits.

Catholics just made the words popular since they acquired many nations

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by ejimatic: 10:57am On Mar 23, 2025

judewrites:
The solemn words "Rest in peace" which are commonly used in referring to the dead originates from the latin prayer "requiescat in pace" meaning "may he or she begin to rest in peace (Amen)".

Unknowingly to many, each time we say "may his or her soul rest in peace" we are actually offering a prayer for the dead which is not biblical.My answer is No!
The dead know nothing again! Ec 9 5,. 9-10

The bible never teaches that we should pray for the eternal rest of the dead as some religions do.

Once a person dies, they face judgement from God (Hebrews 9:27) and their fate is sealed eternally in heaven or hell. (Matthew 18:9)

The only prayer we can offer for the dead according to scriptures is the prayer of resurrection. (2 Kings 4:32-35, John 11:43-44, Acts 9: 40-41)

In such cases, divine judgement is suspended and the dead are given another opportunity by God to miraculously live again in fulfillment of their destinies.

We don't pray to God to forgive the sins of the dead or repose/rest their souls.

Offering prayers for the peace of the dead are rooted in heretical beliefs in 'purgatory'_a temporary place of purification until one is fit to enter God's presence.

Personally, I have always doubted the use of "rest in peace", because it's not scriptural to pray for the peace of the dead.

But to we that are alive, what's the meaning of life like Solomon pondered? (Ecclesiastes 1)

The whole essence and meaning of life is to please God; we are purposely created to please Him most especially through faith, praise and worship. (Revelation 4:11)

No matter what you are or have, life is meaningless and miserable outside pleasing God.

To live fulfilling lives on earth and to ultimately make heaven, our lives must be well pleasing to God:

📖 And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
— Matthew 3:17

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by LARRYOBRAIN(m): 10:59am On Mar 23, 2025

smokinloud:
lol, the idea of praying for the dead is strongly against what Christianity stands for. It's Islamic. Why would Jesus sacrifice his life for your sins if ordinary WISHES can avert God's JUSTICE?. Will that not make God an OJORO master. Can a judge acquaint a murderer because you prayed for him?.
Whatever you claimed Myles Monroe says is his personal opinion, he's not infallible. He's not a church father. Just a 21st century popular preacher.

I am a Deacon, don't be too blinded by scriptures, there are times you need God, Jesus and Holy Spirit to guide you and give you understanding. Thank you, happy Sunday 😊

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by sylve11: 11:11am On Mar 23, 2025

judewrites:
The solemn words "Rest in peace" which are commonly used in referring to the dead originates from the latin prayer "requiescat in pace" meaning "may he or she begin to rest in peace (Amen)".

Unknowingly to many, each time we say "may his or her soul rest in peace" we are actually offering a prayer for the dead which is not biblical.

The bible never teaches that we should pray for the eternal rest of the dead as some religions do.

Once a person dies, they face judgement from God (Hebrews 9:27) and their fate is sealed eternally in heaven or hell. (Matthew 18:9)

The only prayer we can offer for the dead according to scriptures is the prayer of resurrection. (2 Kings 4:32-35, John 11:43-44, Acts 9: 40-41)

In such cases, divine judgement is suspended and the dead are given another opportunity by God to miraculously live again in fulfillment of their destinies.

We don't pray to God to forgive the sins of the dead or repose/rest their souls.

Offering prayers for the peace of the dead are rooted in heretical beliefs in 'purgatory'_a temporary place of purification until one is fit to enter God's presence.

Personally, I have always doubted the use of "rest in peace", because it's not scriptural to pray for the peace of the dead.

But to we that are alive, what's the meaning of life like Solomon pondered? (Ecclesiastes 1)

The whole essence and meaning of life is to please God; we are purposely created to please Him most especially through faith, praise and worship. (Revelation 4:11)

No matter what you are or have, life is meaningless and miserable outside pleasing God.

To live fulfilling lives on earth and to ultimately make heaven, our lives must be well pleasing to God:

📖 And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.
— Matthew 3:17

The deceased do not achieve a state of eternal rest. Each individual soul undergoes a process of transition. cool

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Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by eenai(m): 11:18am On Mar 23, 2025

Did the Bible ask you to greet people by saying good morning?, did ot ask you to eat Gari, rice or chicken? Why are now doing these things? Since you are claiming to be a Bible man.

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by AZControversial: 11:18am On Mar 23, 2025

Must it be scriptural.....

It's just like wishing someone safe journey.....

Greet or wish them whatever and move ooonnnn......

Re: Is It Scriptural To Use "Rest In Peace" For The Dead? by judewrites(op): 11:27am On Mar 23, 2025

JuanDeDios:
Hmm. Interesting angle.

This is interesting though.

So, on death, people typically are judged and get sent to heaven or hell. But some may get a reprieve and receive a resurrection, that is, a second chance to live and try again. Do you mean a reincarnation?

Nothing like reincarnation. Resurrection from the dead just shows how very
powerful God is over everything He created, including time.

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