And also in that he perceived that there was great favour laid up for those that died godly, it was an holy and good thought. Whereupon he made a reconciliation for the dead, that they might be delivered from sin.
But since he understood that a wonderful reward awaits those who die in godliness, this was a holy and pious thought. That is why he made atonement for the dead, so that they might be released from their sin.
