THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY TRIBULATION What is the tribulation period? While on the earth, Christ warned his disciples that they would experience “trouble and suffering” as a consequence of following him and living in a fallen world (John 16:33). However, he also warned them of a “great tribulation” which the entire world would […]

THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY TRIBULATION Topical Encyclopedia Definition and Overview: Tribulation, in a biblical context, refers to a period of severe trial, suffering, or distress. It is often associated with the end times and is characterized by widespread hardship and persecution. The term is derived from the Latin “tribulatio,” which means “affliction” or […]

THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY TRIBULATION In the Bible, “tribulation” generally refers to hardship, suffering, affliction, or distress. It can encompass various forms of adversity, both personal and societal. The concept is also strongly linked to eschatology, particularly the “Great Tribulation” at the end times.  Here’s a more detailed breakdown: General Meaning: Biblical Definition: The Hebrew word […]

THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY TIMES OF THE GENTILES Rev. Dan Bergman The disciples likely had a sinking feeling in the pit of their stomachs. The Messiah had just prophesied of the Temple’s complete and utter destruction. Things were becoming terribly discouraging. Jesus had already begun to tell them of His coming torturous death […]

THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY TIMES OF THE GENTILES What are the Times of the Gentiles? Definition and Origin of the Term The phrase “Times of the Gentiles” emerges most prominently in Luke 21:24, where it is written: “They will fall by the edge of the sword and be led captive into all the nations. […]

THE POPULAR ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE PROPHECY TIMES OF THE GENTILES In Bible prophecy, the “Times of the Gentiles” refers to a period when Gentile (non-Jewish) nations hold prominence and power over Jerusalem and the Jewish people, specifically during a time when the city is not under their complete control. This period is described in the Gospels (particularly Luke 21:24) and in […]