Definition and Nature:
In the biblical context, "mortals" refers to human beings, emphasizing their finite and transient nature. The term underscores the contrast between the eternal nature of God and the temporal existence of humans. Mortality is a fundamental aspect of human life, introduced as a consequence of sin and the Fall.

Biblical References:

1. Creation and the Fall:
Humans were created by God as living beings with a unique status among creation. Genesis 2:7 states, "Then the LORD God formed the man from the dust of the ground and breathed the breath of life into his nostrils, and the man became a living being." However, with the Fall, mortality became a defining characteristic of human existence. Genesis 3:19 declares, "By the sweat of your brow you will eat your bread, until you return to the ground, because out of it were you taken; for dust you are, and to dust you shall return."

2. The Brevity of Life:
The Scriptures frequently highlight the brevity and fragility of human life. Psalm 103:15-16 states, "As for man, his days are like grass—he blooms like a flower of the field; when the wind passes over, it vanishes, and its place remembers it no more." Similarly, James 4:14 reminds believers, "You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes."

3. The Consequence of Sin:
Mortality is directly linked to sin. Romans 5:12 explains, "Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned." This passage underscores the theological understanding that death is a result of humanity's rebellion against God.

4. Hope Beyond Mortality:
Despite the reality of mortality, the Bible offers hope through the promise of eternal life. John 3:16 proclaims, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." The resurrection of Jesus Christ is central to this hope, as 1 Corinthians 15:21-22 states, "For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive."

5. The Call to Wisdom:
Recognizing the transient nature of life, the Bible calls mortals to live wisely and righteously. Psalm 90:12 prays, "Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom." This verse encourages believers to live with an awareness of their mortality, leading to a life that honors God.

Theological Implications:

The concept of mortality in the Bible serves as a reminder of human dependence on God and the need for redemption. It highlights the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God, with an eternal perspective. Mortality is not the end for believers, as the promise of resurrection and eternal life through Jesus Christ offers hope and assurance beyond the grave.

O Lord of Life, when Mortals Call,
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Lord of Life, when mortals call,. And freedom seek from earthly thrall,. ...
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Of the Life of Mortals, which is Rather to be Called Death than ...
... Book XIII. Chapter 10."Of the Life of Mortals, Which is Rather to Be Called
Death Than Life. For no sooner do we begin to live ...
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O Lord of Life, when Mortals Call,
... FAITH AND PENITENCE XXVII O Lord of life, when mortals call,. 8,8,8,4. O Lord of
life, when mortals call,. And freedom seek from earthly thrall,. ...
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Hold Your Peace, O Mortals Said Death), a Little While: and be ...
... Hymn LXVI. Hold your peace, O mortals said Death), a little while: and be
like me who am so silent, in the midst of Sheol. 1. Hold ...
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Similar Human Origin of the Greek Gods, by Decree of Theseus. The ...
... Against the Heathen. Section 10. Similar human origin of the Greek gods, by decree
of Theseus. The process by which mortals became deified. ...
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Of the Man Christ Jesus, the Mediator Between God and Men.
... us and God to have both a transient mortality and a permanent blessedness, that
by that which is transient He might be assimilated to mortals, and might ...
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On the Worthy Praise of the Pure Queen of Heaven.
... O, therefore, thou only consolation of all sinful hearts, thou only refuge of guilty
mortals, to whom so many a wet eye, so many a wounded, miserable heart is ...
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Testimonies to the Unity of God.
... "Afar from mortals place the holy God,. Nor ever think that He, like to thyself,. ...
But many of us mortals err in heart,. And set up, for a solace in our woes,. ...
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O, Death, be not Thou Boastful, Over the Just
... afflicted."18. Ye have made me as one that troubles, O ye mortals: Adam
brought death upon you, and I bear the blame."19. Gently ...
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And Now Let us Proceed to Explain the Reasons for which this ...
... titles of gods and heroes. The Egyptians have deified Horus and Isis, Osiris,
and other mortals such as these. And thus they who ...
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Mortals (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Mortals (3 Occurrences). Job 10:5 Are your days
as the days of mortals, or your years as man's years, (WEB). ...
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Mortally (17 Occurrences)

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Mortar (16 Occurrences)

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Games (2 Occurrences)
... as of great national importance, and the victors at any of these games of wrestling,
racing, etc., were esteemed as the noblest and the happiest of mortals. ...
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Earth (10501 Occurrences)
... moon, or stars. Also, this world as the dwelling place of mortals, in
distinction from the dwelling place of spirits. 2. (n.) The ...
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Pelican (5 Occurrences)
... many were dropped on the ground. The tropical sun soon made the location
unbearable to mortals. Perching pelicans were the ugliest ...
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Sordid (4 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Filthy, foul, or dirty in character or nature;
as, vulgar, sordid mortals. 2. (a.) Vile; base; gross; mean. ...
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Misery (38 Occurrences)
... oppression? (See NIV). Psalms 73:5 In the misery of mortals they are not,
And with common men they are not plagued. (YLT). Psalms ...
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Mortal (35 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Job 10:5 Are your days as the days of mortals, or your years as man's
years, (Root in WEB DBY NAS NIV). Job 34:6 Against my right do I lie? ...
/m/mortal.htm - 17k

Common (118 Occurrences)
... thirty days. (BBE). Psalms 73:5 In the misery of mortals they are not, And
with common men they are not plagued. (YLT NIV). Proverbs ...
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