Prophetic Glossary

The prophesied desecration of the Jewish temple by a foreign or opposing power, standing where it ought not. Jesus referenced Daniel's prophecy as a key sign of the end, instructing believers in Judea to flee when they see it.

The prophesied world ruler who opposes Christ and exalts himself above all that is called God. The spirit of antichrist was already at work in John's day, but a final Antichrist figure will arise in the last days.

The gathering place for the final battle where the kings of the earth assemble for the war of the great day of God Almighty. Christ returns to defeat these armies at His second coming.

The prophesied fallen world system — a great city and spiritual entity representing humanity's rebellion against God. She rides the beast and is ultimately destroyed by God's judgment.

A prophetic timeline given to Daniel spanning seventy 'weeks' (sevens of years), from the decree to rebuild Jerusalem through the Messiah's cutting off and the coming destruction. The final week remains unfulfilled.

A period of divine judgment upon the earth, characterized by cosmic signs and God's direct intervention. It comes as a thief in the night for those in darkness.

A prophesied northern coalition led by 'Gog of the land of Magog' that invades Israel in the last days. God intervenes supernaturally, destroying the invading army on the mountains of Israel.

A period of unparalleled suffering on earth that immediately precedes the return of Christ. Jesus said it would be a time of trouble such as has never been since the beginning of the world.

A time of unprecedented distress for the nation of Israel, prophesied by Jeremiah. However, the prophecy includes the promise of deliverance — Jacob shall be saved out of it.

God's eternal kingdom, which shall never be destroyed. Daniel prophesied that the God of heaven would set up a kingdom that breaks all other kingdoms and stands forever. It is fully established at Christ's return.

A mark placed in the right hand or forehead, without which no one may buy or sell, during the reign of the Antichrist. Those who receive it face eternal judgment.

The thousand-year reign of Christ on earth, during which Satan is bound and the saints reign with Christ. This period of peace and righteousness precedes the final judgment.

The holy city that descends from God out of heaven after the old earth and heaven pass away. It is the eternal dwelling of God with His people, described as a city of pure gold and precious stones.

Jesus' teaching on the Mount of Olives, in which He describes the signs of the end, the coming tribulation, and His return. It is the most comprehensive end-times teaching from Jesus Himself.

A group of 12,000 from each of the twelve tribes of Israel — 144,000 total — sealed by God as His servants during the tribulation. They are virgins, undefiled, and follow the Lamb wherever He goes.

A prophetic power rising from the sea with seven heads and ten horns, representing worldly kingdoms opposed to God. In Revelation, the beast is given authority by the dragon (Satan) and makes war with the saints.

The second beast of Revelation, who exercises authority on behalf of the first beast and deceives the world through signs, compelling worship of the Antichrist and enforcing the mark of the beast.

Two prophets who prophesy for 1,260 days during the tribulation. They have power to shut heaven, turn water to blood, and smite the earth with plagues. They are killed by the beast but resurrected after three and a half days.

The period during which Jerusalem is under Gentile (non-Jewish) control. Jesus said Jerusalem would be trodden down by the Gentiles until this prophetic era is fulfilled.