Revelations??

Question

Do you think that the Book of Revelations is real?? And if so, do you think that we've already entered into the 'end of the world' phase like in there?? I've always been terrified to read it, but I'd really like to know some of your opinions. Please only serious answers! I actually want to know this, and would really appreciate the insults to be kept at a minimum. (Some people have just gotten really nasty on here.)

Answer 1

When you say "serious answers only", do you mean just from the deluded who think Revelations is a prophecy of the supposed end times? Or are you accepting of serious answers from those of us who know it is just hallucinogenic stream of conciousness fiction. It is myth, it is allegory.

Read it with an open mind. Don't be afraid, it is just words, and words can't hurt you. Read it like you would the Lord of the Rings....except that TLOR is better written and has a plot.

Answer 2

The Book of Revelation is true and accurate. To really understand the symbols of the book, you need a good understanding of the Old Testament, from which most of the book draws upon. There's going to be a major war that will take place between Iran with the Arab countries on their side, supported by Russia, against Israel.(Read Ezekiel Chapter 38). That will usher in the Antichrist, followed by 7 years of tribulation, and then the second coming of Christ.

Answer 3

First off, there is nothing to say it shall be the end of the world. There is reference to an end of an age; however. What I believe about this is that it has to do with understanding of who and what we are, both on a personal level and global. I don't believe it has anything to do with the so-called end of the world. The symbols in the book, I believe have more to do with the inner battle of those who are trying to be better people. You can think of it like someone who has battled or battles with addiction. The battle only really begins when it has been revealed that something is wrong. But in order for someone to get to that point one has to hit the bottom. I think that is what is being refered in Revalations. Our society is going to hit rock bottom, but then it will rise stronger than before. Thats my opinion anyway.

Answer 4

I believe that way too much is made of this book. It was written by John of Patmos and some bibles say it is John the Apostle, but it was not.

Revelation is considered one of the most controversial and difficult books of the Bible, with many diverse interpretations of the meanings of the various names and events in the account. Protestant founder Martin Luther considered Revelation to be "neither apostolic nor prophetic" and stated that "Christ is neither taught nor known in it" [1]. John Calvin believed the book to be canonical, yet it was the only New Testament book he did not write a commentary on.

In the 4th century, St. John Chrysostom and other bishops argued against including this book in the New Testament canon, chiefly because of the difficulties of interpreting it and the danger for abuse. Christians in Syria also reject it because of the Montanists' heavy reliance on it. In the 9th century, it was included with the Apocalypse of Peter among "disputed" books in the Stichometry of St. Nicephorus, Patriarch of Constantinople. In the end it was included in the accepted canon, although it remains the only book of the New Testament that is not read within the Divine Liturgy of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Answer 5

I'd prefer to tell you to try reading it for yourself, but it will probably scare you. People have been looking at that book for a long time now and re-interpreting and adjusting all the symbolism to try and make it fit each "current" situation.
It really is better to read it for yourself than to just take someone's latest interpretation. See for yourself where all the familiar symbolism of popular horror fiction comes from- the Beast, the number of the Beast, the Whore of Babylon, the Four Horsemen, the trumpet call at the end of the world, the anti-christ. It will complete your education in Christian mythology. Just don't read it at night.

Answer 6

Seriously, why would you worry about what some uneducated humans wrote down several hundred years ago? Then they were still arguing that the Earth was the centre of the universe and that diseseses wer caused by god's wrath. Today we know much different. Revelations, like the rest of the bible ,is a fairytale ..

Answer 7

It's a 'real' book, that it is true is moot. Some religions have predicted the end so often you'd think they would have the good grace to be a bit ashamed of their long histories of false prophecy. Assuming that you are a Christian, the last thing a just and loving God would want would be to terrify you. and if you live your life as the Bible dictates (??? contradictory, it is!) then you should have no fear.
I have long since ceased to trouble myself over baseless predictions, though we have ignorant leaders who may make the 'end' a self fulfilling prophecy.

Answer 8

ARE the symbolisms of Revelation intended to terrify? Far from it! The fulfillment of the prophecy may bring terror to the wicked, but God’s faithful servants will agree with the inspired introduction and the angel’s comment at the end: “Happy is he who reads aloud and those who hear the words of this prophecy.” “Happy is anyone observing the words of the prophecy of this scroll.” (Rev. 1:3; 22:7)

Though written before the four other inspired books by John, Revelation is correctly placed last in the collection of 66 inspired books making up our Bible, for it is the Revelation that takes its readers far into the future, by providing an all-embracing vision of what God purposes for mankind, and that brings the grand theme of the Bible, the sanctification of Jehovah’s name and the vindication of his sovereignty by means of the Kingdom under Christ, the Promised Seed, to a glorious climax.

Yes, what a grand conclusion to the inspired Scriptures! How marvelous are these “things that must shortly take place”! (Rev. 1:1) The name of Jehovah, “the God of the inspired expressions of the prophets,” is sanctified. (22:6) The prophetic writings of 16 centuries are shown in fulfillment, and the works of faith of thousands of years are rewarded! “The original serpent” is dead, his hosts are destroyed, and wickedness is no more. (12:9)

God’s Kingdom rules as “a new heaven” to his praise. The blessings of a restored earth, filled and subdued according to Jehovah’s purpose stated in the first chapter of the Bible, stretch for a glorious eternity before mankind. (Gen. 1:28) All Scripture has indeed proved to be “inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight, for disciplining in righteousness.” Jehovah has used it to lead fully competent, completely equipped men of faith to this marvelous day. Now, is the time to study these Scriptures to strengthen your faith. Obey their commands in order to receive God’s blessing. Follow them on the straight path that leads to everlasting life.

Answer 9

SOme of it has happened. A portion of Revelations is historical rather than prophetic. We haven't had the asteroid collision yet, or the single world government, or the ID on forehead and hand, but we can see these things coming.

Answer 10

Do you understand the ammount of people in the past hundreds of years that thought they were living in the end of days? it becomes a Cult mentality, churches swell because they speak of the end comming. people fear being wrong so they flock to the church. the Shakers were one such denomination (they still exist, there are only 4 of them now though), the end hasnt come for the past 2k years, and I'd be sure it's not going to come on your watch either

Answer 11

You need not fear as a believer in Jesus....For it is written in the first chapter of the Book of Revelation, "Blessed is the one who reads the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near."

Also, always remember that Jesus has said, "In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, for I have overcome the world."