#86 The Harrowing of Hell Explained (Matthew 27:52)

Napsal(a) Jonathan S. Rose

Title: The Horrowing of Hell

Topic: First Coming

Summary: We explore the popular medieval idea, captured earlier in two of the ecumenical creeds, that after He died on the cross, Jesus descended "into hell." In later Christianity, this idea has been largely swept aside. We look at it from a fresh perspective and see how it relates to our lives.

Use the reference links below to follow along in the Bible as you watch.

References:
Matthew 27:52-53
Ezekiel 37:1-14
1 Peter 3:10-22; 4:1-6
Hebrews 11:13
Jeremiah 4:31
Psalms 63:1-11; 79:11
Isaiah 24:21-23
Psalms 130
Zechariah 9:11
Isaiah 61:1
Luke 4:16, 21
Revelation 5:5; 6:9-11; 7:3-17; 20:4-5
Ephesians 4:7-9
Isaiah 44:21-23

Spirit and Life Bible Study broadcast from 4/4/2012. The complete series is available at: www.spiritandlifebiblestudy.com

Ephesians 4:7-9

⁷ But to each one of us was the grace given according to the measure of the gift of Christ.

⁸ Therefore he says, "When he ascended on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men."

⁹ Now this, "He ascended," what is it but that he also first descended into the lower parts of the earth?