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S. Michael Houdmann
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The word "apocalypse" comes from the Greek word apocalupsis which means "revealing, disclosure, to take off the cover." The book of Revelation is sometimes referred to as the "Apocalypse of John" b...
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Vincent Mercado
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Apocalypse means "unveiling" in Greek. The same word is used in marriage ceremonies, when the groom removes the veil of his bride. The Book of Revelation displays this clearly - In the wedding supper of the Lamb, Christ is the groom, and the Church is "unveiled" as a the bride.
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