[SeekAndFind]

RE: Literally, an extended torment “into the ages of the ages” (eis tous aionas ton aionon) is promised to Satan, the beast, and the false prophet (Rev. 20:10). Jesus speaks of the soul being destroyed in gehenna (Matt. 10:28).

So, what was the rich man doing asking Abraham to send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool his tongue, saying he is tormented in this flame? (Luke 16:19-31)

[Genoa]

The parable of the rich man and Lazarus is a story, designed to teach a lesson, in this case about faith and justice. The details of a parable must not be pressed. In this case, we would have to conclude that heaven and hell are within sight and shouting distance of each other, and people can converse between the two, also that Lazarus was literally reclining next to Abraham.

[Genoa]

As far as being destroyed is concerned, the destruction would follow the torment.

[Roman_War_Criminal]

Luke 16:19-31

This is all anybody needs to know about Hell and how permanent it really is. The Rich Man (notice Christ doesn’t even mention his name) was doomed for eternity—he knew it. Which is why he was so desperate that somebody tell his then living relatives what to do in order to avoid his situation.

I can’t think of a more horrible place than a hell where God is totally devoid and brutality reigns supreme. For those, who deny it’s existence (But more importantly Christ’s Redeeming Saving Power), just know that you are a car wreck or heart attack away from experiencing exactly what this “rich man” and countless billions of others are experiencing.

[cuban leaf]

So, what was the rich man doing asking Abraham to send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool his tongue, saying he is tormented in this flame? (Luke 16:19-31)

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This might clarify it:

http://jeremyandchristine.com/articles/lazarus.html