Understanding the Book of Revelation

The Book of Revelation, written by John, is an apocalyptic prophecy addressed to seven churches in Asia. It uses symbolic imagery and numbers to convey messages of faithfulness and endurance amidst persecution. The book opens with Jesus' messages to the churches, warning them of trials and urging them to remain faithful. John then describes a vision of God's throne room, where a scroll with seven seals is opened by the Lamb, symbolizing Jesus. The narrative unfolds through cycles of sevens, depicting God's justice and kingdom. The open scroll reveals the church's mission to bear witness through love and sacrifice, ultimately leading to the nations' repentance.

Who is the author of the Book of Revelation?

• Paul

• James

• Peter

• John

What does the Greek word 'Apokalypsis' refer to?

• A type of literature with symbolic dreams and visions

• A historical account

• A collection of laws

• A biography

What is the significance of the number seven in the Book of Revelation?

• It represents incompleteness

• It is a random number

• It symbolizes completeness based on the seven-day Sabbath cycle

• It is a number of bad luck

What was the main issue faced by the churches addressed by Jesus in Revelation?

• Political instability

• Natural disasters

• Wealth and affluence leading to apathy

• Lack of faith

What does Jesus promise to those who remain faithful in the face of persecution?

• Immediate relief

• Political power

• Wealth and prosperity

• A reward drawn from the book's final vision

What does the scroll with seven seals symbolize?

• The end of the world

• The message of the Old Testament prophets

• A new covenant

• A historical document

How is Jesus depicted when he opens the scroll?

• As a wise sage

• As a powerful king

• As a conquering lion

• As a slain lamb

What do the three cycles of sevens (seals, trumpets, and bowls) represent?

• A set of laws

• A literal sequence of events

• God's kingdom and justice coming on earth

• A historical recount

What is the mission of Jesus' followers according to the open scroll?

• To conquer their enemies by force

• To establish political power

• To accumulate wealth

• To bear witness through loving sacrifice

What is the ultimate revelation of God's kingdom according to John?

• The end of all suffering

• A new political order

• The destruction of all nations

• God's kingdom coming on earth as it is in heaven