The episode begins by exploring the concept of hell in the Bible, particularly focusing on how Jesus, more than any other biblical figure, frequently referenced it.
- Gehenna is the primary word Jesus used for hell, appearing 11 times in the New Testament, mostly from Jesus.
- Hell in the New Testament is often understood as a place of destruction and ruin, derived from the valley of Gehenna.
- The concept of hell is less popular than heaven, with fewer people believing in it according to surveys.
- Hell is often misrepresented in popular culture as a fiery abyss with the devil, which is a caricature not aligned with biblical depictions.
- Jesus used hell as a deterrent to encourage moral behavior and repentance.
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