What Does the Bible Say About Nuclear War? -Does the Bible book of Revelation refer to nuclear war?

 Some feel that the book of Revelation alludes to the devastation caused by a nuclear holocaust. (Revelation 16:4; 8:7-12; 16:1-21) Fore example, it describes making the fire come down out of heaven to the earth."(Revelation 13:11-13) Jehovah's Witnesses understand that this refers, not to full-scale nuclear war, but the use of atom bombs during the Second World War. 

Although the book of Revelation does refer to those nuclear events, its purpose is not describe the horrors in detail. When reading the book of Revelation, remember:

. The book uses many signs and symbols, that are not to be understood literally. - REVELATION 1:1. 

. The book is not intended to terrify its readers. Rather, its message brings happiness to those who understand and apply it. - REVELATION 1:3.

For further information, see the article "The Book of Revelation-What Does It Mean?" 

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