1 Corinthians 15:18-20

18 Then they also which are fallen asleep in Moshiach [Messiah] are perished.

19 If in this life only we have hope in Moshiach [Messiah], we are of all men most miserable.

20 But now is Moshiach [Messiah] risen from the dead, [and] become the firstfruits of them that slept.