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18 Then those also who have died[a] in Christ have perished. 19 If for this life only we have hoped in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied.

20 But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have died.[b](A)

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  1. 15.18 Gk fallen asleep
  2. 15.20 Gk fallen asleep

18 Then those also who have fallen asleep(A) in Christ are lost. 19 If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied.(B)

20 But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead,(C) the firstfruits(D) of those who have fallen asleep.(E)

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