Revelation 19 in Historical and Mythological Context

Revelation 19:11-21 is a passage rich in symbol and allusion, much of which proves elusive for interpreters restricting themselves to Old Testament references. However, when Greco-Roman history and mythology are examined, new possibilities are discovered. Revelation 19 in Historical and Mythological Context analyzes the Roman triumph and the Parthian threat as sources for the colorful imagery in Revelation 19, ultimately exploring the Nero redivivus myth as the nexus between the two and a key for unlocking the passage. Paradox and parody are important themes in this technical though theological study of the climax to the drama that is the Apocalypse.

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The Author: David Andrew Thomas holds a Ph.D. in New Testament and an M.Div. in missions and evangelism from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a BFA from the University of Notre Dame. He is a veteran missionary to Latin America, and has lectured in New Testament and mission theology with the Facultad de Teología of the Assemblies of God Division of World Missions and in the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary in Springfield, Missouri. He currently serves as senior pastor of Orange County Worship Center in Santa Ana, California.