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Revelation Introduction (Part 2) - Symbols and Images
RevelationSteve Gregg
In part two of his introduction to the book of Revelation, Steve Gregg delves into the symbols and images used throughout the text. He emphasizes the importance of understanding that many of the descriptions are not meant to be taken literally, but rather symbolically. Gregg also discusses the significance of various numbers used in the text and the potential meaning behind certain events and characters mentioned. He concludes that the book of Revelation is a complex tapestry of biblical imagery that when understood in context, reveals a powerful message of divine deliverance and judgment.
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