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The concept of Eternal state in Christianity

Eternal state, according to Christianity, signifies a permanent and unchanging condition of existence associated with the afterlife. It describes the everlasting conditions of individuals post-judgment, resulting in either reward or punishment, reflecting one's alignment with God's nature. Various denominations provide unique interpretations; for example, Protestantism emphasizes the consequences of adhering to God's law, while Catholicism views it as a wretched existence without escape. Early Christianity connects it to divine attributes, suggesting continuity of existence beyond mortal life.

Synonyms: Everlasting state, Perpetual state, Everlasting status, Timeless existence

In Dutch: Eeuwige staat; In Finnish: Ikuinen tila; In Spanish: Estado eterno; In German: Ewiger Zustand; In Malay: Keadaan abadi; In Swedish: Evigt tillst氓nd; In French: 脡tat 茅ternel

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Christian concept of 'Eternal state'

Christianity Books

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Hymns for Christian Devotion

(1) A fixed condition of existence that is everlasting and unchanging.[1]

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) Eternal states refer to the everlasting conditions of individuals after judgment, either punishment for wrongdoing or reward for faith.[2]

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) This term signifies a permanent and never-ending condition or existence, often associated with the afterlife or a spiritual realm.[3]

From: Bible cyclopedia, critical and expository

(1) This is the everlasting condition where the upper and lower congregations will no longer be separate, and new Jerusalem will descend from heaven.[4]

Significance in Protestantism (Christian movement emphasizing faith and scripture):
Protestantism Books

From: The Existence and Attributes of God

(1) The everlasting conditions or consequences that arise from adhering to or defying God's law, impacting one鈥檚 spiritual destiny.[5] (2) The everlasting existence that humans are ultimately destined for, indicating the importance of aligning themselves with God's eternal nature.[6]

Protestantism (or simply the protestant church) is a major branch of Christianity originating from the Reformation in the 16th century, led by figures like Martin Luther. It emphasizes salvation by faith alone and the Bible as the ultimate authority. Variants of Protestantism include Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Methodism and Presbyterianism, each with unique practices but generally united by these core principles.

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) A condition of existence that transcends the temporal world, often connected to divine attributes and virtues.[7] (2) The state of existence in which the body and soul are believed to coexist after death, implying continuity of the human experience beyond mortal life.[8]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: The city of God

(1) The condition which is rather a death than a life, and from which the Saviour saves us, as it is more wretched than this life, and from which there is no escape.[9]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.