In New Testament times, death was also likened to sleep (see 1 Corinthians 11:30, 15:20; 1 Thessalonians 4:14).
Sa panahon ng Bagong Tipan, ang kamatayan ay inihalintulad rin sa pagtulog (tingnan ang 1 Corinto 11:30, 15:20; 1 Tesalonica 4:14).