Breaking Revelation’s Code
The last book of the Bible, The Apocalypse, was written in Greek by the Apostle John. The Book of Revelation is an English translation of John’s original writing.
Rev·e·la·tion (re˘ vé-la¯ ‘shen) noun
- Revelation. A book of the Bible.
- Something revealed, especially a dramatic disclosure of something not previously known or realized.
- Theology. A manifestation of divine will or truth.
(The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition)
The word revelation means to disclose, uncover, or make known something that was hidden. Ironically, the book of Revelation itself is cloaked in symbolic language, requiring the reader to decode the symbolism in order to fully grasp its message.
This book breaks the code found in the book of Revelation by explaining the meaning of the symbols used within its pages.
Behold, I Come Like a Thief!
Near the end of Revelation’s prophetic timeline, Jesus declares:
“Behold, I come like a thief! Blessed is he who stays awake …” (Revelation 16:15)
This metaphor—Jesus coming as a thief—implies surprise and unexpectedness.
But if the events described in Revelation are literal—burning grass and trees, waters turning to blood, and every fish dying in the sea—how could Christ’s coming surprise anyone?
This apparent contradiction strengthens the case for a symbolic interpretation of the book of Revelation. As Matthew 24:44 reminds us:
“So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.” (Matthew 24:44, NIV)
Conclusion
Once people understand that the book of Revelation was written using symbolic language, as explained in this book, then ask themselves,
“What might these symbols represent?”
they are on their way to understanding the book of Revelation.