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The Bible suicides.

B M Barraclough1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, Southampton University, United Kingdom.

Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica
|July 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary
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The Holy Bible factually describes suicide, with 3 to 11 characters impacted. Biblical accounts present suicide without judgment, neither condemning nor glorifying it.

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Area of Science:

  • Biblical Studies
  • Religious Ethics
  • Historical Theology

Background:

  • The Holy Bible contains narratives that involve death by suicide.
  • Understanding the context and portrayal of suicide in religious texts is crucial for theological and historical analysis.

Observation:

  • The number of biblical characters involved in suicide ranges from 3 to 11.
  • This variation depends on factors like the inclusion of the Apocrypha and the definition of suicide used.
  • Different scriptural accounts of death also influence character count.

Findings:

  • Biblical descriptions of suicide are presented factually.
  • The texts do not explicitly condemn or condone suicide.
  • The Bible's approach is observational rather than moralistic.

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Implications:

  • This factual portrayal may influence interpretations of religious perspectives on suicide.
  • Understanding these narratives can inform discussions on mental health within religious contexts.
  • Further study could explore the theological implications of these non-judgmental accounts.