Explaining The Bible on Instagram: "The Bible uses several terms and images to describe hell. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew term Sheol refers to the abode of the dead, a shadowy place where souls go after death (e.g., Psalm 6:5, Isaiah 38:10). It’s not identical to the modern concept of hell but sets a foundation for the afterlife. The Old Testament focuses more on temporal consequences of sin than eternal punishment, though hints of eternal separation emerge (e.g., Daniel 12:2 speaks of “eve