Revelation 1–13 Flashcards
How is Jesus Christ depicted in Revelation?
Jesus is depicted as “the one like a Son of Man,” “Son of God,” and “Lamb.” The term “Christ” means “Messiah” or “Anointed,” which connects to the Hebrew Bible’s ritual of anointing priests, prophets, and kings.
In what ways is Jesus depicted as a hero or a divine being?
Jesus is shown as the ultimate hero with divine authority, power, and eternal reign, standing in contrast to earthly rulers and evil forces.
Who are the monsters or figures functioning like monsters in the narrative?
The dragon (Satan), the beasts, and other demonic figures function as monstrous forces, symbolizing evil and opposition to God’s power.
Which figures receive legitimate cultic veneration in Revelation?
Jesus, God, and the Lamb receive cultic veneration, with hymns, praise, incense, statues, altars, and offerings directed toward them.
How is the Lamb described in Revelation 5-6?
The Lamb has seven horns and seven eyes. Animals with horns in apocalyptic literature often represent power and kingship. The Lamb’s horns represent authority, while its seven eyes symbolize divine insight.
How is the Lamb similar to and different from other monsters in Revelation and Daniel?
- Similarities: Both the Lamb and the beasts have horns symbolizing power.
- Differences: The Lamb is depicted as a divine, sacrificial being, while the beasts are evil and represent oppressive powers.
What different forms of cultic veneration are seen in Revelation 6-11, and to whom are they directed?
Veneration includes singing hymns, burning incense, and making offerings. Worship is directed to God, Jesus, the Lamb, and angels.
What does the dragon do in Revelation 12?
The dragon (Satan) pursues and tries to destroy the woman (representing the people of God) and her child (representing Christ), symbolizing Satan’s ongoing opposition to God’s plan.
How is the beast described in Revelation 13, and how is it related to the dragon?
The beast is a terrifying creature with power, authority, and blasphemous names. It is empowered by the dragon (Satan) and receives cultic veneration from the people.
What forms of cultic veneration does the beast receive in Revelation 13?
The beast receives worship, with people making offerings, offering incense, and declaring allegiance to it, mirroring the veneration given to God.
How does the veneration of the beast mirror that of Jesus in Revelation 13?
Both the beast and Jesus receive reverence through offerings and worship. However, the beast’s worship is blasphemous and corrupt, contrasted with the holy worship of Jesus.
What authority is the beast given, and who will worship/venerate it?
The beast is given authority over every tribe, language, and nation. People whose names are not written in the Book of Life will worship the beast.
What does the “second beast” look like in Revelation 13, and what does it do?
The second beast appears like a lamb but speaks like a dragon. It performs miracles and compels people to worship the first beast.
How does the second beast mirror the Lamb, and what is its number in Revelation 13?
The second beast mirrors the Lamb by appearing gentle, but it leads people to worship the first beast. Its number is 666, symbolizing imperfection and evil.
How is fire used in Revelation, particularly by the second beast?
The second beast uses fire to deceive people, mirroring other instances of fire imagery that represent judgment, purification, and divine wrath throughout the book.