Bible Question: I was told that 1Peter 3:19 is the scriptural backing for the idea that Jesus went to hell. I cannot substantiate this and I request clarification and scriptural references if it is believed that He did. re: Apostles Creed |
Bible Answer: Dear HopeStreet, Greetings in the name of Jesus! Indeed, this has been 'hashed over' on several occasions. :-) "(Now this expression, "He ascended," what does it mean except that He also had descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is Himself also He who ascended far above all the heavens, so that He might fill all things.)" Ephesians 4:9,10 NASB. Please consider, though, that Jesus did not 'fall' into hell. He 'went' there with a purpose, clearly written in the context of the above verses. He knew where and why He went, and accomplished every thing He set out to do! Victory over death and hell! And it was no 'great conflict' either. Jesus won total victory with a breath. In Christ Jesus, charis |