Apocalypse
Apocalypse is the English version of the Greek word apokalupsis that is translated "revelation" in the book of Revelation in the
Bible. However, the word has historically taken on the meaning of "the horrible events foretold to happen at the end of Man's rule on Earth" which are described in that book. Thus, "The
Apocalypse" is another term for the book of Revelation, as well as the series of events described therein.
Apocalypse is also a technical term for a certain type of biblical prophecy. An apocalyptic passage in the Bible is viewed as a prophecy describing
events that will surely come to pass, and thus cannot be affected by the choices made by men.
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