Abraham's bosom

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In this frame of mind, we presume, he has sailed to glory, and his family hope to meet him there snug in Abraham's bosom.

From Flowers of Freethought (First Series) by Foote, G. W. (George William)

It transfigures beggars into Lazaruses lying at rest in Abraham's bosom.

From The Kingdom Round the Corner A Novel by Dawson, Coningsby

Unfortunately I have as yet only the title; but it is a beautiful one, for the piece is to be called: 'In Abraham's bosom.'

From Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine by Auerbach, Berthold

“In Abraham’s bosom she will not have more comfort,” said Tafet.

From The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt by Glovatski, Alexander

"He hath, I trust, been found of the Good Shepherd; and he now sleepeth in Abraham's bosom!"

From Traditions of Lancashire, Volume 2 by Roby, John