Things to take away from near death experiencers

1) death is not scary

2) death is not the end

3) we are made of love

4) we are all interconnected, regardless of the spaces between us

5) we are obligated to love each other as we love ourselves because we are all interconnected

6) in the end, all there is is love

7) the living fail to see why it is so important to care about others and spread love.

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FreddieUK · 70-79, M

I understand what people mean when they talk about 'near death', but I wonder if it's the same as 'nearly asleep'? Physiologically there is 'asleep' or 'awake': there is no in between. Even 'half-asleep' or 'on the verge of sleep' are states of wakefulness (as I understand it). Similarly, death is absolute. Coming back from a physical death where the brain may or may not still function is not the same as actually being dead, I suggest. The peace which comes across people who find themselves in what appears to be the final stages of life is most comforting and I don't doubt it. However, coming to life from being dead in that absolute sense is, I suggest, a contradiction.

As a Christian, you will understand that my belief in resurrection is informed by my faith.

I am very sympathetic to your list and believe that Love is exactly what should bind us together and I am saddened to share your view expressed in point 7.