When we die, Jewish tradition says our souls go on a special journey, kind of like going to a really fun party after school.
In Judaism, there's heaven, called Gan Eden, and it’s like the best playground ever. It’s where good people go to rest and be happy, playing with friends they loved in life.
There's also hell, called Gehinnom, and it’s more like a time-out, not forever, but long enough for you to think about what you did. It's kind of like when you have to sit out a game because you didn’t share your toys.
What Happens After the Party
After some time in heaven or hell, everyone goes to the world to come, which is like a big final party where all souls are together, no more time-outs, just joy and learning. It's like when you get to wear your favorite outfit on report card day, even if you didn’t get the best grades.
Jewish people believe this journey helps us grow and learn from our lives, not as a punishment, but as a way to become better versions of ourselves. When we die, Jewish tradition says our souls go on a special journey, kind of like going to a really fun party after school.
In Judaism, there's heaven, called Gan Eden, and it’s like the best playground ever. It’s where good people go to rest and be happy, playing with friends they loved in life.
There's also hell, called Gehinnom, and it’s more like a time-out, not forever, but long enough for you to think about what you did. It's kind of like when you have to sit out a game because you didn’t share your toys.
Examples
- Imagine heaven as a joyful garden and hell as a hot desert, both are places you go based on your actions.
- In Jewish teaching, the soul lives on even if the body dies.
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See also
- How Does The Afterlife in Judaism Work?
- What is the Bible? [Animated Explainer]?
- Is the Bible inerrant or infallible?
- Who is Evangelical Christianity?
- Who is Holy Spirit?