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Dictionary of Bible Themes – 4609 beast, the
4609 beast, the
4609 beast, the
In apocalyptic literature, symbol of the ultimate adversary of God in the great final spiritual battle.
Beasts represent rulers and nations opposed to God
The beast represents the antichrist in the final spiritual battle
The emergence of the beast Rev 11:7; Rev 13:1,11; Rev 17:3
The power and authority of the beast Rev 13:2-7,12-15
Those who will worship the beast, and those who will not Rev 13:8,16-18; Rev 14:9-11; Rev 16:2; Rev 20:4
The defeat of the beast and the fulfilment of God’s purposes Rev 16:10-11; Rev 17:7-14,16-17; Rev 19:19-20
See also
| 2372 | Christ, victory |
| 4121 | Satan, enemy of God |
| 8704 | apostasy |
| 9105 | last things |
| 9115 | antichrist, the |
| 9240 | last judgment |
Dictionary of Bible Themes Scripture index copyright Martin H. Manser, 2009. As Editor, Martin Manser wishes to thank all those who compiled or edited the NIV Thematic Study Bible, on which this work is based.
