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The abode of the dead or of departed spirits. Hell.

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  • Do you think the use of the word sheol will make any difference to the preachers?
  • This word sheol is derived from a root-word meaning "to ask,"
  • The Jews used the word sheol for the grave, which signifies the state of the dead; all that are in that state shall hear.
  • In this event, a sorceress conjures up the soul of the dead prophet Samuel from sheol at the demand of King Saul, who has been unable to obtain guidance by orthodox means.
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