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What is the Book of Revelation actually about? Most modern readers treat Revelation as a prophecy about the end times, but ancient readers read it very differently. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Rebekah Haigh to explore how ancient apocalyptic literature works, why Revelation is full of symbols and violence, and how its first-century Roman context changes everything.
👉 Dr. Haigh helps us explore:
– How ancient audiences understood apocalypses
– Why Revelation isn’t a roadmap to the end of the world
– How violence, empire, and resistance shape the book
– What readers get wrong about Revelation’s message
🔗 Resources & Links
– Check out Dr. Haigh's podcast: "The Women Who Went Before"
✨ Become a Bible & Archaeology patron on Patreon.
✉️ Send us your questions: [email protected]
🔗 Want to watch the show? Find us on YouTube to see a video recording of this show.
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🎙️ Credits
Guest: Dr. Rebekah Haigh
Hosted by Dr. Jordan Jones
Edited by Mary Kathryn Lichty
The Bible & Archaeology podcast is made with support from Amanda Stone
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What is the Book of Revelation actually about? Most modern readers treat Revelation as a prophecy about the end times, but ancient readers read it very differently. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Rebekah Haigh to explore how ancient apocalyptic literature works, why Revelation is full of symbols and violence, and how its first-century Roman context changes everything.
👉 Dr. Haigh helps us explore:
– How ancient audiences understood apocalypses
– Why Revelation isn’t a roadmap to the end of the world
– How violence, empire, and resistance shape the book
– What readers get wrong about Revelation’s message
🔗 Resources & Links
– Check out Dr. Haigh's podcast: "The Women Who Went Before"
✨ Become a Bible & Archaeology patron on Patreon.
✉️ Send us your questions: [email protected]
🔗 Want to watch the show? Find us on YouTube to see a video recording of this show.
🌐 Everywhere you can find us: Linktree
🎙️ Credits
Guest: Dr. Rebekah Haigh
Hosted by Dr. Jordan Jones
Edited by Mary Kathryn Lichty
The Bible & Archaeology podcast is made with support from Amanda Stone

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