Does Ecclesiastes 9 teach soul sleep?

[PatriciaT]

Are the dead aware of anything, or just asleep?According to Ecclesiastes9, The dead know nothing. Please explain.

 

[Devon_Caffran]

The following links should help you better understand what happens to the soul after death. If you have any further questions, please contact Catholic Answers directly.

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