DSB BIBL 450 Revelation Test
What is the significance of the tree "woes" pronounced in Revelation 8:13?
Woe, woe, woe. One for each remaining trumpet blast. Although the first 4 trumpets are unimaginable, they will be nothing like the 3 to come (9:1-21; 11:15ff.). Book: It indicates specificity...the alter, the golden one, the one before God (v. 13).
What does it mean to be "worthy" to open the scroll (5:2)?
Worthiness, as in Revelation 4:11, implies deity-worthy of our worship. Those falling short of this nature are angelic (in heaven), humans (on earth), and demons (under the earth).
Is it proper to hate false doctrine (cf. 2:6, 15)?
Yes it is - because Christ hated the deeds of the Nicolaitans.
Can the message to those seven churches be applied to all churches in general (cf. 2:23)?
Yes.
Will the true Church ever actually rule on earth with Christ (cf. 2:26-27)?
Yes.
What is the name of the leader of these creatures? (9:11)
whose name in Hebrew is Abaddon, but in Greek he has the name Apollyon.
According to Revelation 5:9, why is Christ "worthy" of our worship?
"For You were slain, And have redeemed us to God by Your blood - Out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation" This underscores the deity of Christ.
What name is given to all these judgments (6:16)?
"Wrath of the Lamb; for the great day of their wrath has come: and one who is able to stand?"
In revelation 4:11, what reason is given for their worship of God?
"You are worthy, O Lord, To receive glory and honor and power; For You created all things, And by Your will they exist and were created."
Why had John been exiled to Patmos (1:9)?
"because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ" Patmos was the Alcatraz of the ancient world (10 miles long - 6 miles wide).
Where will believers rule with Christ (5:10)?
"upon the earth" This emphasizes the coming earthly reign of the Millennial Kingdom promised in Rev. 20:4. It is generally thought to encompass the prophecies in Isaiah 51-66.
Why does this angel halt the destruction caused by the angels who are holding the winds? (7:3)
..."Do not harm the earth, the sea, or the trees till we have sealed the servants of our God on their foreheads."
What does this multitude come out from (7:14)?
..."These are the ones who come out of the great tribulation, and washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
Of this total, how many represent each of the twelve tribes (7:5-8)?
...12,000
The praise of the elders and angels includes how many elements (7:12)?
...7....blessings, glory, wisdom, thanksgiving, honor, power, might...forever and ever.
How many angels held the winds of the earth? (7:1)
...Four
What is the total number of those from the tribes of Israel who are sealed? (7:4)
...One hundred and forty-four thousand of all the tribes of the children of Israel were sealed:
Romans 11:25-27. What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 7 is present?
...The fullness of the gentiles has come in...Israel will be saved. Israel will be redeemed.
Who asks about the identity of the multitude (7:13)?
...Then one of the elders answered, saying to me, "Who are these arrayed in white robes, and where did they come from?"
From which nation does the "Great multitude" come (7:9)?
...all nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues. All the earth's people groups. white robes.
What is the guarantee or emblem of their salvation (7:14)?
...and washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
What does the angel who ascended from the rising of the sun have with him? (7:2)
...seal of the living God. "Seal" often refers to a signet ring used to press its image into wax melted on a document. The resulting imprint implied authenticity and ownership and protected the contents (cf. 9:4; Ezek. 9:3,4). In this case, the mark is the name of God (14:1).
What is polluted as a result of this falling star? 8:10-11
1/3 of the rivers, springs of water, all waters...many men die from the water since it becomes bitter.
What did those who were not killed refuse to do (9:20)?
5 sins. did not repent of the works of their hands, that they should not worship demons, and idols of gold, silver, brass, stone, and wood, which can neither see nor hear nor walk. 21 And they did not repent of their murders or their sorceries or their sexual immorality or their thefts.
What will fall to earth after the first trumpet? 8:7
7 The first angel sounded: And hail and fire followed, mingled with blood, and they were thrown to the earth. And a third of the trees were burned up, and all green grass was burned up.
What did the rider on the red horse use to take peace from the earth (6:4)?
A "great sword" so that men slay one another.
How did John gain access into heaven (4:1)?
A door in heaven is opened to enable the prophet to enter its portals and see what transpires in heaven, that he may understand what takes place on earth.
Is Christ actually threatening to blot out the names of true believers from the book of life in 3:5?
All true Christians (see note on 2:7). Book of Life. A divine journal records the names of all those whom God has chosen to save and who, therefore, are to possess eternal life (13:8; 17:8; 20:12,15; 21:27; 22:19; cf. Dan. 12:1; Luke 10:20). Under no circumstances will He erase those names (see notes on Ex. 32:33; Pss. 69:28; 139:16; Heb. 12:23; Phil 4:3), as city officials often did of undesirable people on their roles.
What is the significance of the Greek letters Alpha and Omega (1:11)?
Alpha & Omega refers to the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet (like A to Z). Thus, He is the beginning and the end.
What two things go up before God in Revelation? 8:4
And the smoke of the incense, with the prayers of the saints, ascended before God from the angel's hand.
What is the sting of these creatures compared to? 9:3; 10
And to them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power.
Who is the rider of the white horse (6:2)?
Antichrist
What event in the OT is alluded to by the phrase "the key of David? (cf. 3:7; Is. 22:20-22).
Christ has the sovereign authority to control entrance into the kingdom (Is. 22:22; cf. Matt. 16:19; John 14:6). In 1:18 He is pictured holding the keys to death and hell—here, the keys to salvation and blessing.
What is the significance of "Satan's seat" (2:13) being in Pergamum?
Christ is fully aware that Christian's are surrounded by a non-Christian society. Pergamum is a place where Christ was fond of those who stood strong against the temptations. IT WAS A CITY THAT WAS WHERE ZUES WAS KING AND GOD.
Who comes down from heaven "clothed with a could" (10:1)
Christ is never referred to as an angel so it cannot be Him. He is distinguished from the angel of 10:2 and is of the same kind...clothed with a cloud, with a rainbow upon his head and his face glowing like the sun and feet like pillars of fire.
In his vision, what body of water separates John from the throne of God (4:6)?
Crystal Sea. It is the "great gulf" fixed between man and God.
What name is given to the rider on the ashen horse (6:8)?
Death
Isaiah 13:6-11. What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 9 is found here?
Destruction from the Almight...the Lord comes with anger.
What portion of the ships and the sea creatures are destroyed by the second trumpet judgment? 8:9
a third of the living creatures in the sea died, and a third of the ships were destroyed.
What is destroyed as a result of the first trumpet? 8:7
a third of the trees were burned up, and all green grass was burned up. The lava storm will create a blazing fire that devastates one-third of the earth's forests.
Describe the rainbow that surrounded the throne of God (4:3)?
In appearance like an emerald..around the throne.
According to Revelation 1:2, what is the unique nature of the Apocalypse?
It is an eyewitness account - not secondhand information.
Isaiah 6:1-3 - What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 4 is found in these verses?
It recalls John's prophetic experience in Rev. 4:1-11. He witnesses the throne of God in an other-worldly experience. Seraphim are present crying Holy, holy, holy
What does the sword in Jesus' mouth symbolize (1:16)?
It symbolizes the power of His spoken word, which cuts both ways - it creates and it destroys. Ultimately, it is His word that will defeat the forces of the Antichrist and slay his armies (Rev. 19:15; 21).
What was the major spiritual problem with the Laodiceans (3:17)?
It was lukewarn... this church was poor, blind, and naked.
Describe the seven-sealed scroll (5:1)
It was written on the inside (within) and on the back. It contains the eternal decrees of God and expresses His divine will and counsel. In this case it almost certainly is a deed—the title deed to the earth (cf. Jer. 32:7ff.)
Who was depicted as the great shining light (4:2)?
Jesus
How is Jesus first pictured in this chapter (5:5)?
Jesus is introduced as the "Lion that is from the tribe of Judah" and the "Root of David". He tells John to stop weeping.
In what distinctly different way is He picture in Revelation 5:6?
John looks to the Lion - the king of beasts, and instead he sees a Lamb with the marks of slaughter upon it. The symbolism of the lamp emphasizes the ultimate triumph of the sacrificial death of Christ. This symbol appears 28 times in Revelation.
What was John doing when his "translation" into heaven occurred?
John suddenly sees a door open into heaven while he is standing there.
What was John's reaction when no one could open the scroll (5:4)?
John weeps because no one is found to be worthy.
Describe the four living creatures (4:7)?
Lion. Calf. Man. Eagle. This description comes from Ezekiel 1:10. They are seraphim.
What are the creatures that emerged from the pit called? 9:3
Locusts...grasshopper-like insects.
Who is included in the final chorus of praise (5:11)?
Myriads of myriads, and thousands of thousands of thousands (5:11)...an equivalent would be millions. Angels are not redeemed because they are not fallen creatures but they join in the heavenly praise to the Lamb for who He is.
Is the church still a lampstand (2:5), is it still a legitimate church?
No. Whatever the object of love, anything which hinders a true love for God may cause a Christian to lose his first love even as was true of Ephesus so long ago.
Describe Jesus' appearance in Revelation 1
One like the Son of Man, clothed with a garment down to the feet and girded about the chest with a golden band. 14 His head and hair were white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes like a flame of fire; 15 His feet were like fine brass, as if refined in a furnace, and His voice as the sound of many waters; 16 He had in His right hand seven stars, out of His mouth went a sharp two-edged sword, and His countenance was like the sun shining in its strength. 17 Hair - White like wool Eyes - Flame of fire Feet - Burnished bronze Voice - Sound of many waters Right hand - held seven stars Mouth - Sharp two-edged sword Face - Shining like the sun
Though Jesus is depicted in all of His deity in Revelation 1, by what name is he referred to in Revelation (1:13)?
One like the Son of Man.
What portion of the population of earth will die because of the devastation brought by the first four seals (6:8)?
One-fourth of the earths population.
What percentage of earth's population is killed by the huge army described in Revelation 9:15-16?
One-third of humanity. Some see this as a reference to forces accompanying the kings of the east (16:12) and identify them with a human army coming from Asia. But that event occurs in connection with the seventh trumpet, not the sixth. The language is better understood as referring to a demon force that makes war with the earth's inhabitants and kills one-third of humanity (v. 15).
Which rider carries a pair of scales and symbolized famine (6:5)?
The Black Horse.
John 14:3 - What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 2 is found in this verse?
The Church will be raptured to heaven. When our Lord departed to heaven, He promised His disciples He would return to take them home with Him (Jhn. 14:3).
What is the significance of the phrase "I know thy works" (2:2; 9, 13, 19).
The Lord has knowledge in each of the seven letters. The Lord knows everything.
What is the Biblical Title of the book (cf. 1:1)?
The Revelation of Jesus Christ
What covered these creatures around and within (4:8)?
The angels are continually ablaze with the glory of God. They are burning incendiaries of priase towards the Lord.
Joel 2. What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 8 is found here?
The blowing of the trumpet.
What is going to occur while the martyrs "underneath the alter...rest for a little while longer" (6:11)
The cries will intensify as they see new converts being slaughtered during the tribulation years because their brethren are still being killed. So crying out for vengeance will continue to occur.
What comes up out of the bottomless pit when it is first opened? (9:2)
smoke arose out of the pit like the smoke of a great furnace. So the sun and the air were darkened because of the smoke of the pit.
Who is given the key to the bottomless pit? 9:1
the fifth angel sounded: And I saw a star fallen from heaven to the earth. Probably Satan.
Where was the book of Revelation sent (1:4)?
To the seven churches in Asia.
What resulted from the opening of the sixth seal (6:12)?
Universal devastation. Disorder reigns supreme; the powers of nature and human government collapse. Chaos ensues, a great earthquake will rock the planet, the sun will darken, stars fall, earth splits like a scroll.
What is the phrase "synagogue of Satan" a reference to in Revelation 3:9?
With the rejection of its Messiah, Judaism becomes as much a tool of Satan as emperor worship. It is not anti-Semitic. Rather, it reminds us that Satan is the source of all religious persecution. Despite the opposition Philadelphia will be promised an open door of opportunity.
Can false doctrine ever be tolerated (cf. 2:14 - 15)?
False doctrine can NEVER be tolerated.
How long are these creatures allowed to torment mankind? 9:5
Five months.
Philippians 2:9-11. What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 5 is found in these verses?
God has highly exalted Christ and has given Him a name above every other name. Every tongue will confess and bow to Him...He will be supremely be made manifest.
What was John doing when he received his visions (1:10)?
He was in the Spirit on the Lord's day.
What does Christ mean by the expression "I will come like a thief" (cf. 3:3; Matt. 24:43).
Here the reference is not to Christ's second coming (cf. 16:15; 1 Thess. 5:2; 2 Pet. 3:10), but to His sudden and unexpected coming to His unrepentant, dead church to inflict harm and destruction.
Who is ultimately behind the persecution of Christians? (cf. 2:10).
Satan - The Devil
What are the "seven horns" and "seven eyes"?
Seven horns signify complete or perfect power. Unlike other defenseless lambs, this One has complete, sovereign power. seven eyes ... seven Spirits. Cf. 4:5; see note on 1:4. Seven eyes is likely a reference to the seven lamps.
Isaiah 24:1; 18-20. What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 6 is found here?
Speaking of the riders coming to the earth and desolation starting to creep over its surface.
Colossians 1:25-27. What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 10 is found in these verses?
The future hope of His glory (Christ's)
Matthew 24:14 - What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 3 is found in this verse?
The gospel will be preached to the ends of the earth when the end is near.
Who sat on lesser thrones wearing golden crowns (4:4)?
The identity of the twenty-four elders has been much debated. While some see them as an order of angelic beings, it seems best to view them as human representatives of the church. THEY ARE EITHER ELDERS ISRAEL OR THE CHURCH OR A COMBINATION.
What door is Christ knocking at in Revelation 3:20?
The lord of the Church is pleading with this particular church (Laodicean) not to close the door of their church to Him. Whenever we refuse to let Christ take His rightful place as Lord of the church, we, too, in essence close the church door in his face. IT IS THE DOOR OF THE LAODICEAN CHURCH.
What is the name of the star that falls after the third trumpet? 8:10-11
The name of the star is Wormwood.
What do the seven stars represent (cf. 3:1; 1:20)?
The pastors of these 7 churches (see notes on 1:16,20).
Matthew 16:18 - What key to the prophetic significance of Revelation 2 is found in this verse?
The rock/foundation that the church is build upon is Jesus Christ - not Peter. "The gates of Hades shall not prevail against it."
What is promised to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of the prophecy (1:3)?
The scope of the promise covers the entire book. There are seven blessings (beatitudes). 1) Blessed is he who hears and does these words...for the time is near. 2) Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on. 3) Blessed is the one who stays awake and keeps his garments. 4) Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the lamb. 5) Blessed and holy is the one who has part in the first resurrection. 6) Blessed is he who heeds the words of the prophecy of this book. 7) Blessed are those who was their robes.
What do the seven golden lampstands (1:20) represent?
The seven golden lampstands are the churches themselves (Walvoord) These were portable gold lampstands that held small oil lamps. Each lampstand represented a church (v. 20), from which the light of life shone. Throughout Scripture, 7 is the number of completeness, so these 7 lampstands are representative of all the churches. (MacArthur).
What is the key turning point in the Apocalypse?
The vision of the exalted Christ and His letters to the seven churches are followed by the VISION OF HEAVEN. The vision of heaven is the key turning point in the Apocalypse.
What is the significance of the believers' white robes (cf. 3:4; 18; 19:7-9)
The white garments of all the redeemed (cf. 6:11; 7:9,13;19:8,14), speak of holiness and purity. Such white robes are reserved for Christ (Matt. 17:2; Mark 9:3), holy angels (Matt. 28:3; Mark 16:5), and the glorified church (19:8,14). In the ancient world, white robes were commonly worn at festivals and celebrations.
What are angels (Greek, angelos: "messengers") of the seven churches?
The word lit. means "messenger." Although it can mean angel—and does throughout the book—it cannot refer to angels here because angels are never leaders in the church. Most likely, these messengers are the 7 key elders representing each of those churches (see note on v. 16).
How does the fourth trumpet result in the blackening of the sun, moon, and stars? 8:12
Then the fourth angel sounded: And a third of the sun was struck, a third of the moon, and a third of the stars, so that a third of them were darkened. A third of the day did not shine, and likewise the night. God will supernaturally reduce the intensity of the celestial bodies by one-third. The loss of solar heat will cause a radical drop in temperature, producing severe changes in meteorological, botanical, and biological cycles (Luke 21:25; cf. Ex. 10:21-23). But this is temporary (cf. 16:8,9).
What is thrown into the sea as a result of the second trumpet? 8:8
Then the second angel sounded: And something like a great mountain burning with fire was thrown into the sea, and a third of the sea became blood.
What are the four angels that are released at the sixth trumpet? 9:14
These are fallen angels—another segment of Satan's force whom God had bound but will free to accomplish His judgment through their horsemen (vv. 15-19). God's control extends even to the demonic forces—they are bound or freed at His command. Euphrates. One of the 4 rivers that flowed through the Garden of Eden (see note on 16:12; cf. Gen. 2:14). Starting with Babel, this region has spawned many of the world's pagan religions.
What do the "golden bowls full of incense" represent?
These golden, wide-mouth saucers were common in the tabernacle and temple. Incense was a normal part of the OT ritual. Priests stood twice daily before the inner veil of the temple and burned incense so that the smoke would carry into the Holy of Holies and be swept into the nostrils of God. That symbolized the people's prayers rising to Him. prayers of the saints. Specifically, these prayers represent all that the redeemed have ever prayed concerning ultimate and final redemption. This becomes a major theme throughout the book (cf. 11:17,18; 13:7,9,10; 14:12; 16:6; 17:6; 18:20,24; 19:8; 20:9).
What did those who sat on lesser thrones do with their crowns (4:10)?
They cast their crowns before the thrown saying "You are worthy, O Lord, To receive glory and honor and power, For You created all things, And by Your will they exist and were created.
Why have the martyrs "underneath the alter" died? 6:9?
They cry out for vengeance, and they have been slain because of the word of God.
What is the only thing that can keep someone safe from this torment? 9:4
They were commanded not to harm the grass of the earth, or any green thing, or any tree, but only those men who do not have the seal of God on their foreheads.
What is the result of the opening of the seventh seal? 8:1
This seal includes not only an earthquake, but the 7 trumpet judgments (8:1-9:21; 11:15ff.) and the 7 bowl judgments (16:1-21), with the bowl judgments flowing out of the seventh trumpet and coming in rapid succession just before Christ's return (see note on 6:1). silence in heaven. The silence of awe and anticipation at the grim reality of the judgments God is about to unleash.
To be kept "from the hour of testing (trial)" is probably a reference to what end-times event (3:10)?
This will affect the whole world and for a brief period of time - 3 1/2 years. This does not occur at any specific time in history, but the rapture will occur before the trial.