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Revelation of Christ

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The revelation of Christ refers to his future appearing or second advent. Scripture describes it as his coming, manifestation, and unveiling in glory and judgment.

Definition

The revelation of Christ refers to his second advent, or future appearing. It is his coming and manifestation in glory, associated with the completion of his saving and judging work.

Biblical Usage

The apostles use several Greek terms for Christ’s future appearing, including apokalupsis, parousia, and epiphaneia. Early Christians widely expected his return, particularly in connection with his teaching about the end.

Scripture References

1 Corinthians 1 1 Corinthians 7 2 Thessalonians 1:7 1 Peter 1:7 1 Peter 1:13 Matthew 24:3 Matthew 24:27 1 Thessalonians 2:19 James 5:7 James 5:8 1 Timothy 6:14 2 Timothy 1:10 2 Timothy 4:1-8 Titus 2:13 Matthew 24:29 Matthew 24:30 Matthew 24:34

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Jesus Christ

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Easton's Bible Dictionary
The second advent of Christ. Three different Greek words are used by the apostles to express this, (1) apokalupsis (1 Cor. 1;7; 2 Thess. 1:7; 1 Pet. 1:7, 13); (2) parousia (Matt. 24:3, 27; 1 Thess. 2:19; James 5:7, 8); (3) epiphaneia (1 Tim. 6:14; 2 Tim. 1:10; 4:1-8; Titus 2:13). There existed among Christians a wide expectation, founded on Matt. 24:29, 30, 34, of the speedy return of Christ. (See MILLENNIUM.)
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