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by Elder Gibby on May 3rd, 2004

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Was Revelation the last book written in the Bible?

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  • by jalex137 on June 29th, 2005

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    The early date for the writing of the Revelation, as alluded to by Michael D, is based on an interpretation that the events prophesied were fulfilled in the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD, placing its writing in the 60's. This view that all prophecies have been fulfilled is called Preterism. (Michael D, if that doesn't describe you, I will stand corrected.) This is most definitely a minority opinion among theologians, and in this case, I believe, with good reason. I'm not against minority opinions, I hold a few myself. I believe that the more Scripturally consistent interpretation is that there is much in Revelation which is yet future here at the beginning of the 21st century. This interpretation does not have a problem with the internal and external indications that it was written as late as 95 AD. It does appear to be the last of John's preserved writings, and the last book of Scripture to be written. There are some internal indications that it sees itself as closing the Word of God. So yes, most Christians accept the Revelation as the last book of the Bible to be written.

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    • Does the chronological order have any effect on the message?
      I don't believe so other than perhaps the facts of love really were revealed to John after his Revelation. sacred secrets
      what was the message?
      I believe that at this end time there has been such a increase in lawlessness as foretold in the book of Mathew 24:12. That the books of john are to help us remember that we need to keep loving one another. Helping, trusting, and listening to one another. slow to talk quick to listen. The understanding of revelations is possible but more important than understanding is the realization that there is a God Almighty. We must first find this God out John 17:3, then and only then will he impart wisdom and understanding. it is then when it will be as easy as seeing a picture for you to understand.

      Ronald_S2848

      by Ronald_S2848 on December 25th, 2010

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