Revelation 14–22 Flashcards
Whose name is written on the foreheads of the 144,000 in Revelation 14:1, and how does this compare with Revelation 13:16, 14:9, 17:5, and 20:4?
The name of the Lamb (Jesus Christ) and His Father is written on the foreheads of the 144,000 (Rev 14:1). This contrasts with the mark of the beast in Revelation 13:16, 14:9, 17:5, and 20:4, where people have the beast’s mark on their foreheads or hands.
In what ways do both the beast and the lamb use or direct violence against their enemies in Revelation?
The beast uses violence through deception and persecution, especially of the saints (Rev 13). The Lamb (Jesus) uses violence through judgment, striking down the nations with the sword of His mouth and defeating the beast and its followers (Rev 19:11-21).
How is the “New Jerusalem” described in Revelation 21? Who gets to enter it, and who is kept out?
The New Jerusalem is described as a radiant, holy city with streets of gold, twelve gates, and foundations adorned with precious stones (Rev 21:9-27). Those who are written in the Lamb’s book of life, the righteous, can enter. The wicked, including the cowardly, unbelievers, murderers, and idolaters, are excluded (Rev 21:8, 27).
