Topical Encyclopedia The concept of man's mortality is a central theme in the Bible, reflecting the transient nature of human life and the inevitability of death. From the creation narrative to the teachings of the New Testament, Scripture consistently underscores the finite existence of humanity in contrast to the eternal nature of God.Creation and the Fall In the Genesis account, man is created by God from the dust of the ground, highlighting the physical and temporal nature of human life. 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." This act of creation establishes man's dependence on God for life and breath. The mortality of man is further emphasized in the aftermath of the Fall. As a consequence of Adam and Eve's disobedience, death enters the world. 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 you were taken; for dust you are, and to dust you shall return." This pronouncement marks the beginning of human mortality, a condition inherited by all of Adam's descendants. The Brevity of Life Throughout the Old Testament, the brevity and frailty of human life are recurring themes. The Psalms often reflect on the shortness of life and the certainty of death. Psalm 90:10 observes, "The length of our days is seventy years—or eighty if we are strong—yet their pride is but labor and sorrow, for they quickly pass, and we fly away." This acknowledgment of life's fleeting nature serves as a reminder of human limitations and the need for divine wisdom. Job, in his suffering, also contemplates the transient nature of life. In Job 14:1-2 , he laments, "Man, who is born of woman, is short of days and full of trouble. Like a flower, he comes forth, then withers away; like a fleeting shadow, he does not endure." These reflections underscore the temporal existence of man and the inevitability of death. The Hope of Resurrection Despite the reality of mortality, the Bible offers hope through the promise of resurrection and eternal life. The New Testament reveals that through Jesus Christ, the power of death is overcome. In 1 Corinthians 15:21-22 , the Apostle Paul writes, "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." This assurance of resurrection provides believers with hope beyond the grave. The mortality of man is further addressed in the context of the final victory over death. Revelation 21:4 proclaims, "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away." This prophetic vision points to a future where mortality is abolished, and eternal life is granted to those who are in Christ. Moral and Spiritual Implications The awareness of human mortality carries significant moral and spiritual implications. It calls individuals to live with an eternal perspective, recognizing the temporary nature of earthly pursuits. Ecclesiastes 12:13 concludes, "When all has been heard, the conclusion of the matter is this: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind." This exhortation encourages a life of obedience and reverence toward God, acknowledging the ultimate accountability before the Creator. In summary, the Bible presents man's mortality as a fundamental aspect of human existence, resulting from the Fall and affecting all of humanity. Yet, through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, believers are offered the hope of resurrection and eternal life, transforming the understanding of mortality into a call for faithful living and trust in God's eternal promises. Nave's Topical Index Job 4:17Shall mortal man be more just than God? shall a man be more pure than his maker? Nave's Topical Index Ecclesiastes 2:14,15 Ecclesiastes 3:20 1 Corinthians 15:21,22 Hebrews 9:27 Greek 3498. nekros -- dead ... a corpse Definition: (a) adj: dead, lifeless, subject to death, mortal, (b) noun: a ... Definition dead NASB Word Usage corpse (1), dead (122), dead man (3), dead ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3498.htm - 7k Strong's Hebrew 582. enosh -- man, mankind... Definition man, mankind NASB Word Usage advisers* (2), friends* (1), life (1), man (26), man's (4), mankind (1), men (6), mortal (1), mortal man (1), ordinary ... /hebrew/582.htm - 6k 120. adam -- man, mankind 1121. ben -- son Library Psalm 90:1. LM Man Mortal, and God Eternal. A Mournful Song at a ... Psalm 90 Man Mortal, and God Eternal God Eternal, and Man Mortal. Ps. 90. O Man, Forgive Thy Mortal Foe, Whether it is a Mortal Sin for a Man to have Knowledge of his Wife ... But Whence Has Man this Knowledge, and who Has Ministered These ... Psalm 39 Part 2 the Vanity of Man as Mortal. Psalm 39:2. 4-7. Second Part. The Vanity of Man as Mortal. God Far Above Creatures; Or, Man Vain and Mortal, Job 4 77-21. "And if Christ be in You, the Body is Dead Because of Sin: but the ... 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