Hell

**The Abrahamic Hell**, also referred to as the **Underworld**, the **Bad Place**, **Pit of Fire**, and **Lake of Fire**, is a multiversal prison created by the God of the Old Testament. Presently ruled by Samael, Azazel, and Belial.

## HELL IN JUDAISM

In Judaism, Hell is often depicted as a realm of spiritual purification rather than eternal punishment. The concept varies among different Jewish traditions, but generally, it is not equivalent to the Christian understanding of a place of eternal torment. Instead, it is often viewed as a temporary state where souls undergo a process of purification before entering the divine presence. The term "Gehenna" is sometimes used in Jewish texts to refer to a post-mortem realm associated with judgment and atonement.

### Sheol

In some biblical texts, there is a mention of "Sheol," which is often translated as the grave or the realm of the dead. It is not necessarily a place of punishment but more of a shadowy existence where all souls, regardless of their deeds, go after death.

### Gehenna

The term "Gehenna" is derived from the Valley of Hinnom near Jerusalem, which had a historical association with idol worship and child sacrifices. In some Jewish texts, Gehenna is used metaphorically to describe a place of judgment or purification. It is not a place of eternal torment but rather a realm where souls undergo a process of refinement before entering the divine presence.

### Olam Ha-Ba

The focus in Judaism is often on the "Olam Ha-Ba," which means the "World to Come." This concept emphasizes the future, where souls experience a closer connection to God based on their actions in their earthly lives. It aligns more with a positive and rewarding afterlife rather than a punitive one.

## HELL IN CHRISTIANITY

In Christianity, Hell is generally understood as a realm of eternal separation from God and a place of punishment for the unrighteous. The concept of Hell is more prominently featured in Christian theology compared to some other religious traditions.

One common belief in Christianity is that Hell is a place of everlasting punishment for those who have rejected God or lived in defiance of divine commandments. It is often associated with suffering and separation from the divine presence.

The New Testament, particularly in the Gospels and the writings of the apostles, contains numerous references to Hell. Descriptions vary, but terms like "Gehenna" and "Hades" are used to convey the idea of a place of judgment.

Many Christian denominations teach that salvation through faith in Jesus Christ is the means to avoid Hell. The concept of atonement, where Jesus' sacrificial death reconciles humanity with God, is central to this belief.

Despite a general consensus on the existence of Hell within Christianity, there are differences in how different denominations interpret and emphasize this concept. Some focus more on the literal and eternal nature of Hell, while others may adopt more metaphorical or symbolic interpretations.

While the majority of Christian denominations hold to the concept of eternal punishment, there are also perspectives such as universalism (belief in universal salvation) and annihilationism (belief in the ultimate destruction of the wicked) that differ from the traditional understanding of Hell.