Bible moment
The Bible moment
In Luke 16:19–31, Jesus tells about an unnamed rich man who lived in luxury while poor Lazarus lay at his gate, longing for food. After both men died, Lazarus was carried by angels to Abraham’s side, while the rich man was in Hades. The rich man saw Abraham and Lazarus far away and asked for water. Abraham explained that a great chasm separated them, so no one could cross from one side to the other. The story presents a serious reversal of their earthly circumstances. It does not say that wealth alone explains the rich man’s judgment; it gives the contrast between their lives and conditions after death. The rich man then asked Abraham to warn his five brothers. Abraham answered that they had Moses and the Prophets and should listen to them. The story stresses the importance of hearing God’s instruction and responding to suffering and need.
