Bible Word Search: Apocalyptic literature
Based on material in chapter 14, Discovering the Bible by Alex
Varughese
Challenge: Can you find words in this jumble of letters and match them to the clues
below . . . even if you do not have the book?
- ____________________ is the name of a nation that appears in Ezekiel (and
later in Revelation) and may symbolize all the worldly evil powers that are hostile to God's plans
and purposes
- ______________________________ is often referred to as the "weeping prophet." He
witnessed the destruction of Jerusalem. His preaching was filled with symbolic object lessons
using such things as pottery, figs, a yoke, a tree by the water, and a belt.
- ____________________________ was a prophet during the Babylonian exile who prepared
the Jews for their eventual restoration to their land and the rebuilding of the city of Jerusalem.
His writing includes the vision of the valley of dry bones and a description of Israel as sheep
without a shepherd
- Jeremiah says that ____________________________ is the only prerequisite to
salvation.
-- Howard Culbertson,
Biblical Apocalyptic Literature
Apocalyptic literature, a distinct genre within the Bible, is characterized by vivid imagery,
symbolic language, and prophetic visions, often depicting cataclysmic events, divine judgment,
and the ultimate triumph of good over evil. It typically emerges in times of crisis or upheaval,
serving to offer hope and reassurance to believers facing persecution or turmoil. Key features
include the unveiling of hidden truths, the revelation of cosmic mysteries, and the anticipation of a
future eschatological climax, wherein God's sovereignty is fully realized. Examples of apocalyptic
texts in the Bible include the books of Daniel and Revelation, which employ intricate symbolism
to convey messages of divine intervention and the eventual establishment of God's kingdom.
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