Bible Dictionary
Apocalypse
Apocalypse is a Greek word meaning revelation or unveiling. It is used especially as another name for the Book of Revelation, which records John’s prophetic visions of Christ’s victory and final judgment.
Definition
Apocalypse is a Greek term meaning revelation or unveiling. It is applied chiefly to the Book of Revelation attributed to John.
Biblical Usage
The Apocalypse records prophetic visions concerning Christ’s victory and final judgment, and is another designation for Revelation.
Historical Background
The supplied material notes that the word is the Greek name of the Book of Revelation and is associated with apocalyptic writings.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
The Greek name of the Book of Revelation (q.v.).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
A Greek word meaning revelation, applied chiefly to the book of Revelation by John. [Revelation Of St. John]
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>a-pok'-a-lips. See APOCALYPTIC LITERATURE; REVELATION OF JOHN.</p>