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Category: End Times Tag: ante nicene fathers, antichrist, eschatology, prophecy

 

“Antichrist will be of Jewish extraction, of the tribe of Dan, will be circumcised, will rebuild Jerusalem and the Jewish temple, in which he will set himself up as God. Likewise he is to begin his work of seduction among the Jews who will accept him as their Messiah. Thus Irenaeus says of Antichrist: ‘Jeremiah does not merely point out his sudden coming, but he even indicates the tribe from which he shall come, where he says, “We shall hear the voice of his swift horses from Dan–he shall come and devour the earth”‘ (Jer 8:16).” -1936 Catholic Encyclopedia

WHAT WE DISCUSSED | SHOW NOTES

Scripture References for the Show

The Antichrist will offer a social justice messianism, through which outward forms of worship will be gutted of their power (2 Tim 3:5).  

Background on Dan, “Dan” meaning “judge”

Genesis 30, Dan born of Rachel’s maid Bilhah

Genesis 31, Rachael takes her father’s idols

Genesis 49:16-17, Prophecy of Dan as judge of his people

Judges 17-18, Story of Dan’s idolatry

1 Kings 29-30, Jeroboam sets up idolatrous worship center in Dan

Jeremiah 18:6, Irenaeus quotes this verse in Against Heresies to indicate Antichrist will be Jewish, from the tribe of Dan. Sts. Hippolytus, Augustine, Prosper, Gregory the Great, and others all believe Antichrist will be Jewish, from the tribe of Dan.

John 5:43, “I am come in the name of my Father, and you receive me not: if another shall come in his own name, him you will receive.”

Revelation 7:5-8, Tribe of Dan not listed as sealed

Overview:

Minutes 00:12:00 – Alternative timeline

Minutes 12:01-24:00 –  redemptive suffering, rise of Antichrist from rubble of second “Holy Roman Empire” 

Minutes 24:01-36:00 – Antichrist from the Tribe of Dan, messianic social justice government

Minutes 36:01-48:00 – Old Testament exploration of “Dan”

SONJA’S IMPORTANT ESCHATOLOGICAL QUALIFICATION

Catholic eschatology is what’s called “speculative theology.” This designation means little has been defined by the Magisterium concerning the end times, so the subject is open for speculation and development by Catholics seeking truth via Sacred Tradition (history) and Sacred Scripture. I attempt throughout the series to make clear what is public revelation and therefore part of the Deposit of Faith, and what is approved private revelation and not a matter of adherence.

Dr. Scott Hahn most recently put forth the liturgical and historical interpretation of the Book of Revelation without alleging that there is no end times application. Many non-Catholics hold to either this interpretation or an eschatological interpretation; the Church maintains that the proper interpretation is not either history or prophecy, but both history and prophecy, as biblical prophecy and apocalyptic literature always is: there is usually more than one fulfillment of prophecy.

Because much of eschatology is a matter of speculative theology, we are free to ruminate and speculate.

RESOURCES

How to read St. John’s Apocalypse, or the Book of Revelation

As History 

AD 63-64           St. Peter is crucified upside-down by Nero

AD 66                 Jewish revolt against Florus spreads throughout Judea in “Jewish War”

AD 68                 Nero commits suicide

AD 69                 Gospel of Mark written

       70                 Romans sack and burn Jerusalem, complete destruction of Old Covenant “world”

       73                 Jews at Masada commit suicide

       75                 Book of Hebrews written

      85-90            Gospels Matthew and Luke and Book of Acts written

      90-95            Gospel of John completed

      93                 Josephus writes Antiquities of the Jews, a Jewish history through post-biblical                                       times

      95                  John exiled to Patmos, writes his revelations

As the Heavenly Liturgy

Revelation 1:1-11:18       Liturgy of the Word

Revelation 11:19-22:21   Liturgy of the Eucharist

As Eschatological (see Major Chastisement references, below)

Catholic Eschatology Timeline

The events in the first section are conditional on repentance and could happen in any order, and I would argue much of it has already happened. 

Minor Chastisement or Tribulation (conditional, and mostly part of approved private revelations, such as Fatima, Lourdes, Betania, and Sallette)

Western Church scourged with heresyCivil wars in Italy and France, then EnglandFamine, pestilence, natural disastersMuslim ascendencyRussia invades EuropePope flees Rome, is murderedGreat saint elected Pope, helps bring great military leader to ascendancyMilitary leader defeats all enemies, including Russians and MuslimsSpecial interior illumination that inspires conversions

Age of Peace (Age of the Holy Spirit & Mary, public and private revelation)

Time of normalcy for repentance (2 Thess 2:7; Matt. 24:37-39; Luke 17:26-30)Establishment of New Roman Empire (Dan. 2)Restoration of Catholic faith and practice over whole earthPope calls Ecumenical CouncilPeople prosper, Church prospers, faith prospersThen: people grow laxUniversal apostasy (2 Thess. 2:2-3)

Major Chastisement or Great Tribulation (public revelation)

Ten kingdoms of new HRE dismantled, three are crushed (Dan. 7-8)False prophet comes to power, prepares way for supreme and final Antichrist (Rev. 13)3 ½ reign of Supreme Antichrist, severe persecution of Christians, some say he will be Jewish from tribe of Dan (Gen 49:17, Jer 8:16)“Two Witnesses,” possibly Enoch and Elijah, preach Gospel throughout earth (Rev. 11)Mass conversion of Jews and conversion of nations (Rom. 11)Antichrist murders two witnesses who are resurrected (Rev 11)Antichrist attempts “Ascension” (Dan 8:25, Is 14)Then: death of Antichrist by St. Michael the Archangel (Is 14)“Immediately after” (Matt 24:29), three days of darkness and the Parousia!CCC 568-573, Resurrection of the Dead and Judgment, New Heaven and New Earth (Rev. 20-21)

Alternative timeline: 

Seven Seals: (Rev 6-7)First Seal: Time of mercy (we are here)Second Seal: Dissolution of peaceThird Seal: Economic collapseFourth Seal: Social CollapseFifth Seal: Minor persecutionSixth seal: WarningSeventh Seal: Reprieve

Seven Trumpets & Bowls: (Rev 8-18) Two WitnessesRise of Antichrist (3 1/2 years)Reign of terror (3 1/2 years)Three days of darkness

Day of the Lord: (Rev 19-22)Jesus defeats Antichrist, establishes Era of Peace, and reigns spiritually in the Church 1000 yearsReturn of Satan’s influence Second Coming, or ParousiaNew Heaven and New Earth

Trial, Tribulation, and Triumph: Before, During, and After Antichrist, by Desmond Birch

Early Church (Ante-Nicene Fathers

Didache

‘In things of faith and morals, the true sense of Holy Scripture is held by the Church, whose place it is to judge the interpretation of the Scriptures (1 Tim 3:15); and it is permitted to no one to interpret Holy Scripture against such sense or against the unanimous agreement of the Fathers'( 34). ‘What can be a greater sign of pride than to refuse to study the Books of the divine mysteries by the help of those who have interpreted them?’ (37, Providentissimus Deus).

Episode 50: Compelling Reasons to Homeschool An Only Child

If you’re the parent of an only child, you may be wondering if it’s a good idea to homeschool. Our guest today is the awesome Megan Fassero, whose only child flourished in their homeschool and went on to a great Catholic college. Today we’ll unpack some Compelling Reasons to Homeschool An Only Child.

Find Megan Fassero at Benedictine College’s website:https://www.benedictine.edu/References to the Catechism of the Catholic Church:2373, 2374, 2378Other episodes featuring Megan Fassero:How Homeschool Grads Perform in College, with Megan Fassero, Episode 10https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/how-homeschool-grads-perform-in-college/Insider Tips From the College Admissions Office, with Megan Fassero, Episode 42https://homeschoolingsaints.podbean.com/e/insider-tips-from-the-college-admissions-office/Today’s Short Feature:

Books & Blessings with A.J. CattapanTopic: Shadow in the Dark, by Antony Barone KolencFind Amy here: http://www.ajcattapan.com/

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Popular blogger Rene Albert joins me for today's program. He runs a popular blog called "Coffee & Crucifix" over at Patheos Catholic. We discuss how he started blogging, his new youtube collaboration at "Faith & Reason Studios". We discuss what he wants people to know about Patheos Catholic and we also discuss the legitimacy of Vatican II.

Check out the youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmc0cwUgpz5nSunaVPWanQ

His blog: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/coffeeandcrucifix/

I was recently reminded of an important insight from Pope Emeritus Ratzinger when he was Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger.  I speak about that insight I was reminded of in the episode today.

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Questions Covered:

 

04:14 - If I am not sorry for all my sins, will they still be forgiven in confession? 

14:05 - How should a Catholic fast during Lent? 

21:23 - If a person builds up riches in heaven, but then commits a mortal sin, do they lose all of those graces and riches or can they be restored in confession? 

30:21 - Some of your pitches have sounded like the prosperity gospel – the more you give, the more you’ll receive. Can you clarify what you meant? 

40:34 - Is Ezekiel 43-44 evidence for the perpetual virginity of Mary? How do Catholics interpret the sacrifice in this passage of Scripture? 

48:35 - How is heaven organized? What is the hierarchy?