By what figure does the Bible represent death?

Answer

"But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that you sorrow not,
even as others which have no hope." 1 Thess. 4: 13. See also 1 Cor. 15: 18, 20; John 11: 11-14.
NOTE-In sound sleep one is wholly lost to consciousness; time goes by unmeasured; and the
mental functions which are active during consciousness are suspended for the time being.

For what purpose were the Scriptures written?
11. How is the closing work of the gospel under the outpouring of the Spirit described by the Revelator?
What is said of those who love God's law?
21. What miraculous event occurred at the death of Christ, signifying that the sacrificial system was for ever at an end ?
Wherein does the new covenant differ from and excel the old?
Who is Lord of the Sabbath?
While in this condition, how much does one know about those he has left behind?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle