last book of Scripture, but rather the New Testament, is called "Revelation."But more often it is called the "Apocalypse".More mysterious book is impossible to imagine.But its second name inspires fear.The fact that the "revelations" are encrypted events coming end of the world, it is clear from the title.But how do you know exactly what John the Evangelist wrote, because of their visions of the Apostle told ambiguous?
little about the author of "Apocalypse"
Among the twelve apostles who followed everywhere for the Son of God, was one that Jesus, when he was already on the cross, entrusted to the care of his mother - the Blessed Virgin Mary.It was John the Evangelist.
evangelist was the son of Zebedee the fisherman and daughters of St. Joseph (Betrothed Virgin Mary) Salome.His father was a wealthy man, he had hired workers, he held an important place in Jewish society.Mother served the Lord their property.First, the future apostle was one of the disciples of John the Baptist.Later, together with his younger brother James, John's father left the boat on the Lake of Gennesaret, in response to the call of Jesus Christ.The apostle was one of the three most beloved disciples of the Savior.Saint John the Evangelist became even called confidant - so said the person, especially close to someone.
When and how was written "Apocalypse"?
After the ascension of Jesus, in exile, the Apostle was written "Apocalypse" or "Revelation about the fate of the world."After returning from the island of Patmos, where he was exiled, Saint wrote his Gospel in addition to the existing books, authored by Mark, Matthew and Luke.In addition, the apostle John has created three letters, the main idea of which is that those who followed Christ must learn to love.
The death of the Holy Apostle shrouded in mystery.He - the only one of the disciples of the Savior - not executed and not killed.Approximately 105 years was a saint, John the Evangelist when he insisted on his own burial alive.Tomb unearthed it on the next day, but no one was there.In this regard, recall the words of Christ, the Apostle would not die until the Second Coming of the Savior.Many of the faithful believe in the truthfulness of this statement.
"Apocalypse" St. John the Evangelist
very title of the book of the apostle in the Greek language means "revelation."Writing the last part of the New Testament took place about 75-90 years after Christ.
Some Bible scholars doubt the authorship of the Apostle to the most mysterious book, as the style of writing "John" and "Apocalypse" different.But there are arguments in favor of the saint.
- author calls himself John, and said that he had a revelation from Jesus Christ on the island of Patmos (that's where the saint was in exile).
- similarity "Apocalypse" with the Epistle and the Gospel on his behalf in the spirit, style and some expressions.
- ancient evidence, recognizes that St. John the Evangelist is the author of the last book of Scripture.It is stories and disciple of the Apostle St.Papias of Hierapolis, and St.Justin Martyr, who lived a long time in the same city with the holy elder, and many others.
essence of "Revelation"
From the New Testament latest book is different in style and content.Revelation from God, who was John the Evangelist in the form of visions that tell us about the appearance of the Antichrist on earth, including his (666), re-coming of the Savior, the end of the world, the Day of Judgement.It instills in the hearts of hope that the last prophecy of the book describes the Lord's victory over the Devil after a hard struggle and the emergence of new heaven and earth.There will be an everlasting kingdom of God and man.
Interestingly, the number of the beast - 666 - is still understood literally, in the interpretation of the book is a clue to the contents of letter the name of the Antichrist.The time is right - and the whole world will know the name of the enemy of Christ.You will see a man who calculates each letter in the name of Satan.
interpretation of Revelation
must know and remember that "Apocalypse", as well as any of the books of Sacred Scripture, requires a special approach.It is necessary to use other parts of the Bible, the writings of St.Fathers, Doctors of the Church, in order to properly understand the writing.
There are various interpretations on the "Apocalypse" of John.Many of them are contradictory.And in this light, on the statement of one of the interpreters, Archpriest Gennady Fast's the reason for the contradiction in the fact that each person on your mind tries to make sense of the visions of the holy Apostle, bestowed by God's Spirit.Because true and decoding mysterious book is possible only because of Him also.A statement of St. Irenaeus says that the Spirit of God, where the Church.Only her interpretation of "Revelation" may be correct.
main interpretation of "Revelation" is considered to be the work of the holy Archbishop of Caesarea - Andrew, dated VI century.But there are books by other priests and theologians to explain the value written in the "Apocalypse".
Contents start "Apocalypse"
One of the interpretations of modern writers of the last book of the Holy Scriptures - Father Oleg Molenko.Church of St. John the Divine - so the church, the rector of which he is.His explanation of the "Apocalypse" reflects the historical writings of the Fathers, but at the same time, they passed through the prism of these events and life today.
At the beginning of "Revelation" tells the story of what has been written, "Apocalypse", where and how it was John the Evangelist.The importance of predictions of the future, donated by the people to have time to prepare for the Last Judgment.
further contains a message to the seven churches.Interpretation of St. John the Evangelist shows that many of the warnings of the Apostle, given to them by revelation, later came true.So, there was a collapse of the Ephesian Church.
number 7 is indicated not by accident.It is sacred and chosen by God.Here - a warning on the abolition of the Antichrist Christian holidays and Sunday.Instead, the rest will be assigned to Saturday.On the special place the number 7 indicates a lot in the Bible and the Church:
- 7 Sacraments;
- seven Ecumenical Councils in the Church;
- 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit (basic);
- 7 of its manifestations;
- 7 Virtues (basic);
- 7 desires (sins that must be addressed);
- 7 words in Jesus' prayer;
- 7 petitions of prayer, "Our Father."
In addition, the number 7 can be seen in real life:
- 7 colors;
- 7 notes;
- 7 days a week.
On peculiarities of "Apocalypse"
Church of St. John the Evangelist, the abbot of which is the author of the popular Definitions Father Oleg Molenko collects many parishioners eager to understand "the Apocalypse."Keep in mind that this book is prophetic.That is all that it says will happen, perhaps in the near future.
It was hard to read and accept the prophecies in the past, but these days it seems that all the words of Revelation, it is written for us.And the word "soon" be taken literally.When it comes?The events described in the forecasts, will continue to be a prophecy as long as the start to come true, and will continue to grow rapidly, and then the time is not left.It all happens on the interpretation of Father Oleg, head of the Church of St. John the Evangelist, from the beginning of World War III, when, in the course will be used all kinds of weapons that exist in the world.9 tells about her head, "the Apocalypse."War starts as a local conflict between Iran, Iraq, Turkey and Syria, which will be drawn throughout the world.And the last 10 months, emptying the ground by one-third of the people living on it.
Can not understand the interpretation correctly predicting?
Why "Revelation" so difficult to correct the perception of even a saint?It should be understood that the apostle saw all described in the testimonies of more than 2000 years ago and talked about the time available for words.As for heaven (or spiritual), it is impossible to convey in simple language, hence the symbolism of the prophecy.Puzzles and encrypted predictions - for people who are far from God.The true value of what has been said in the "Apocalypse" may open a spiritual people.
still long and hard, you can talk about the prophecies of the holy Apostle, but for this one article is not enough.Interpretations do not always fit even in a book.Church of St. John the Divine (ie the apostle, like Jesus, manages and protects it) means is considered to be a modern Orthodoxy, can give up to eight different interpretations of Scripture (the number of degrees of spiritual development).It is the highest level of the holy evangelist himself.But such as he, Unit.
Believe it or not predictions - matter.The prophecies of the holy Apostle need to reflect on their lives, repent of their sins and to fight them.You must be kind and try to resist evil, if it is the Antichrist himself.Peace to you in the shower!
