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 is the mystery of the gospel made manifest?
What has ever been the theme of God's prophets?
What kind of labor is to be done through the week?
How early was this tendency manifested?
What may be known with equal certainty when these signs have been seen?
How long will they sleep there?
What is said of Cornelius and his family?

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