Matthew 27:52

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

the tombs opened, and the bodies of many of God's People who had fallen asleep rose,

Cross References

John 11:11

And, when he had said this, he added: "Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep; but I am going that I may wake him."

Acts 7:60

Falling on his knees, he called out loudly: "Lord! do not charge them with this sin;" and with these words he fell asleep.

1 Corinthians 11:30

That is why so many among you are weak and ill, and why some are sleeping.

1 Corinthians 15:20

But, in truth, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first-fruits of those who are at rest.

1 Corinthians 15:51

Listen, I will tell you God's hidden purpose! We shall not all have passed to our rest, but we shall all be transformed-in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye,

1 Thessalonians 4:14

For, as we believe that Jesus died and rose again, so also we believe that God will bring, with Jesus, those who through him have passed to their rest.

1 Thessalonians 5:10

That, whether we are still watching or have fallen asleep, we may live with him.