How many suicides are recorded in the Bible?
Abimelech (Judges 9:54) - suicide with the aid of another.
Samson (Judges 16:30)
King Saul (1 Samuel 31:4)
Saul's armorbearer (1 Samuel 31:5)
Ahithophel, a type of Judas below (2 Samuel 17:23)
Zimri (1 Kings 16:18)
Judas, the son of perdition (Matthew 27:3-5)The Philippian Jailer (Acts 16:16-40) was an attempted suicide.
Suicide is not the unpardonable sin. While it is very grievous, there remains forgiveness for some, such as Samson, at the Cross.
Suicide
Suicide Mortal Sin?
Suicide and the Sovereignty of God
Which version of King Saul's death is correct?
How Judas Died Matthew 27:5 and Acts 1:18
Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit: Can I Be Forgiven?
Dr. Joseph R. Nally, Jr., D.D., M.Div. is the Theological Editor at Third Millennium Ministries (Thirdmill).