Dictionary of Bible Themes The Jewish custom of preparing a body for the grave. However, the technically correct use of the term describes the removal of the internal organs of the dead and filling the cavity with spices. This originated with the Egyptians but was not practised by the Jews. Biblical teaching concerning life after death makes embalming unnecessary. Genesis 50:2-3Jacob and Joseph were embalmed in Egypt See also Genesis 50:26John 19:39-40 Jesus Christ was embalmed pp Mt 27:59 pp Mk 15:46 pp Lk 23:53 Mark 16:1Further embalming of Jesus Christ was planned See also pp Lk 24:1 2530 Christ, death of5241 burial 6644 eternal life 9030 dead bodies |
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