John continues: "And the first living creature is like a lion, and the second living creature is like a young bull, and third living creature has the face of a man's, and the fourth living creature is like a flying eagle." (Revelation 4:7) Why do these four living creatures look different, one from another? These distinctive living creatures evidently highlight specific godly qualities. First there the lion. A lion is used in the Bible as a symbol of courage, especially in the pursuit of justice and righteousness. (2 Samuel 17:10; Proverbs 28:1) Thus, the lion well represents the godly quality of courageous justice. (Deuteronomy 32:4; Psalm 89:14) The second living creature resembles a bull. What quality does a bull bring to your mind? To the Israelites the bull was a valuable possession because of its dynamic power. (Proverbs 14:3; See also Job 39:9-11.) The young bull, then represents power, dynamic energy as supplied by Jehovah. - PSALM 62:11; ISAIAH 40:26.
Next time: REVELATION ITS GRAND CLIMAX AT HAND!/Chapter Fourteen -Behold -"Four Living Creatures" -Conclusion
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