A-Z: General definitions: Apocalypse

Definition

A revelation or 'unveiling' of future events; the heavenly world in a highly symbolic form. The Bible has two main apocalyptic books - Daniel (Old Testament) and Revelation (New Testament). Apocalyptic literature is concerned with the end of the world or revealing future events.

Related Topics

Big ideas: Apocalypse, Revelation, the End Times, the Second Coming

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