The Book of Revelation -What Does It Mean?

The Bible's answer

The Greek name of the Bible book of Revelation,  A-po-ka'ly-psis (apocalypse), means "Uncovering" or "Disclosure." This name indicates the meaning of Revelation-it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would  happen long after it was written. Many of its prophecies are yet to be fulfilled.

Overview of the book of Revelation

* Introduction. - Revelation 1:1-9.

* Messages from Jesus to the seven congregations. - Revelation 1:10-3:22.

* A vision of God on his throne in heaven. - Revelation 4:1-11. 

* A series of visions, each one leading into the next:

          Seven seals. - Revelation 5:1-8:6. 

       Seven trumpets, the last three of which introduced three woes. -Revelation 8:7-14:20.

       Seven bowls, each containing a plague representing a divine judgment to be poured out on the earth. -Revelation 15:1-16:21. 

        Vision of the destruction of God's enemies. - Revelation 17:1-20:10.

         Visions of blessings from God for heaven and earth. - Revelation 20:11-22:5.

* C0nclusion - Revelation 22:6-21.0

Next time: Keys to Understanding  the Book of Revelation

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