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===Proof of Resurrection===
===Proof of Resurrection===


An important aspect of both stories is that the purpose of the tale is explicitly stated. Both the Syrian legend and the Qur'anic story state that the youth were awaken as a way to strengthen the faith of believers in the final Day of Judgement and the Resurrection.
Both the Syrian legend and the Qur'anic story state that the youth were awaken as a way to strengthen the faith of believers in the final Day of Judgement and the Resurrection.


{{Quote|The Seven Sleepers (par 4)|
{{Quote|The Seven Sleepers (par 4)|
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