What Does the Bible Say About Pandemics? / The Bible's Answer

The Bible foretold that pestilences (widespread diseases, including pandemics) would occur during the last days (Luke 21:11) Such pandemics are not divine retribution or punishment from God. In fact, by means of his Kingdom, God will soon put an end to all health problems, including pandemics.

Did the Bible foretell pandemics?

The Bible does not mention specific pandemics or diseases, such as COVID 19, AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, or the Spanish flu.  But it does foretell "pestilences" and "deadly plague." (Luke 21:11; Revelation 6:8) These events are part of the sign of "the last days," also referred to as "the conclusion of the system of things." -  2 TIMOTHY 3:1; MATTHEW 24:3.

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