Sleep is critical for humans—we need it to restore our bodies and minds and live healthy lives. But again, there is more to sleep than the process of dozing off and entering a different state of consciousness, or lack thereof. Sleep has various connotations, particularly when it comes to the spiritual realm. For instance, while the Bible is not a human biology book as such, it does mention sleep in numerous verses. And it does so from various angles with different meanings attached to them.
In this gallery, we explore what the Holy Book says about sleep and its many interpretations. Click on to begin the journey.