At death, the person is unconscious in the common grave, awaiting resurrection by Jehovah through Jesus Christ.
What Happens to a Person at Death?
When a Disaster Strikes—Coping With the Loss of a Loved One
The Bible faces death honestly: the dead are unconscious, yet Jehovah promises resurrection through Christ, giving real hope in grief.
What Is the Moment of Death According to the Bible?
The Bible defines death as the end of life and consciousness: breath and life-force cease, thoughts perish, and the person returns to dust, awaiting resurrection.
