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1Th 4:13.[17] Ἵνα μὴ λυπῆσθε, that ye sorrow not) for those who have lately died, being in the faith; for hope in regard to them is well-grounded [is a valid hope]. The efficacy of the Christian religion is even in an especial degree evident from this circumstance, that it does not take away or embitter, but sweetly soothes (modifies), regret for the dead; the finest of the affections, whether their death has taken place recently or in former times.[18]
[17] Περὶ τῶν κεκοιμημένων, concerning those who have fallen asleep) This is consolation offered in a case of recent grief,-not for those who have been long dead.-Not. Crit.
[18] Ἐλπίδα, hope) and joy.-V. g.