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They do. Pretty much every religion, both Abrahamic and non-Abrahamic, Heavenly and non-Heavenly, believe that your place in the afterlife depends upon your own deeds in this world. Therefore, if you were a good person, you would enter the Heavens; and if you committed sins and never repented, you would suffer in Hell.
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∙ 12y agoOne of the central beliefs of Judaism, as stated in the Talmud (Mishna, Sanhedrin 11:1) and codified by Maimonides (1135-1204), is that the soul continues to exist and is treated in accordance with the person's actions while he or she was alive. This applies to all people, whatever their religion.
The Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) doesn't dwell at length on the afterlife; and nor does Judaism spend a lot of time speculating on its details. However, that is not meant to diminish from its importance. Rather, the Torah implies that we are to use the bulk of our energies in keeping God's ways in this world, with our feet firmly planted on Earth, while nonetheless not losing awareness of our beliefs.
Our ancient sages stated the importance of being aware of the next world: "This world is a mere entrance-hall before the afterlife" (Mishna, Avot ch.4).
All outstanding accounts are settled after this life. Some cases illustrate this point, since this entire world wouldn't be enough to reward a Moses or punish a Hitler. And while we're alive, knowledge of the future world serves as one of the motivations to keeping God's will.
The Tanakh does not delve into detail of the rewards of the righteous because religions could compete with more and more poetic promises. Also because belief in the afterlife was shared by all ancient societies and needed little reiteration. Besides, it would be like describing the colors of a sunrise to someone who was blind from birth.
It is, however, referred to briefly in Torah verses such as Genesis 15:15, which states that "You (Abraham) will come to your fathers in peace and will be buried in good old age." Coming to his fathers does not mean simply to be buried with them, since Abraham was not buried with his ancestors. Such verses are stated many times.
The prophets are more explicit with such references (see Isaiah 26:19 and 66:24, Daniel 12:13, Zechariah 3:7, 1 Kings 8:30, 2 Kings ch.2, Ecclesiastes 12:7). The afterlife is spoken of at length in the Talmud. More than 20 pages of Talmud (Sanhedrin 90-110, Rosh Hashanah 16-18, and other passages) are given to this subject.
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What is the point of atheist life after death?
There is no atheistic belief in life after death.
Are you with God after you die?
That is a basic tenet of belief in the Christian, Jewish and Muslim faiths. Other faiths, (notably Buddhism) have differing beliefs of life after death.
Which Egyptian belief led to the creation of funerary art objects?
The belief in life after death.
What concept refers to the belief in a cycle of life death and rebirth into a new body?
This cycle is referred to as reincarnation.In Jewish mysticism, it is also called gilgul ha-nefesh.
Do jewish people believe in a dnr?
No, Judaism is strong on the belief in the sanctity of life.
Do christians belief in life after death?
Yes Christians believe in life after death. The Bible (God's word) teaches that.
How is life controlled or directed by the Jewish belief system?
Life is directed by Jewish beliefs, but not controlled by them. The ethical teachings of the Torah guide every day life for Jewish people, but people are free to make their own choices.
Has Anubis ever given someone a 2nd life?
No. That is not how the Egyptian belief in life and death worked.
How does life after death affect a christians life?
Belief in life after death gives Christians hope and comfort in facing the challenges of life. It also influences their moral choices and behaviors, providing a sense of accountability for their actions on Earth. Ultimately, the belief in life after death shapes a Christian's perspective on what is truly important and valuable in this world.
What Egyptian belief led to the creation of funerary art objects?
Their belief in life after death certainly contributed to the art form.
What belief teaches that at death the soul passes from one life form into another life form?
hindu
What cultures and religions don't believe in life after death?
Not sure about specific cultures, but Jehovah's Witnesses don't follow the belief that life continues after death.
