Revelation is commonly narrated as a series of prophesied episodes that will culminate in the end of the world, that is, the end of terrestrial life as it is currently known.
Apocalypse is a word originating from the Greek term apokalypsis which means "revelation" or "action of discovering". In a figurative sense, the apocalypse can be an obscure discourse or a cataclysm.
apocalypse in the bible
In the bible, the word apocalypse is used as a synonym for Armageddon, a biblical event characterized by the final struggle between God, earthly sinners and the devil.
A topic often related to Revelation is the rapture of the Church. The Bible states in 1 Thessalonians 4:3-18 and 1 Corinthians 15:51-52 that whoever has received Jesus as his savior will be lifted up into the clouds, where he will meet God.
However, depending on Christian doctrine, the interpretation of what the apocalyptic events will be varies. For example, for Catholics the idea of the Rapture is not accepted, but the Second Coming of Christ is. In short, this would mean that the faithful would not be taken to Paradise before the Divine Judgment, but would remain on Earth during that event.
Learn more about Rapture it's the Armageddon.
book of the apocalypse
Also, Revelation is the last book of the New Testament, written by the apostle John, also known as John of Patmos (island where he wrote the book).
This book reports the events of the end times, and is full of symbolism and prophecies. Nowadays there are several interpretations of the prophecies contained in the book of Revelation.
See also the meaning of the Final judgment.
Zombie apocalypse
Zombie apocalypse (zombie apocalypse, in English), is an event widely discussed in the dramatic arts, such as theatre, cinema and literature, for example.
This kind of apocalypse is represented by the idea of the proliferation of zombies (undead) that would lead to the ruin of contemporary society, leaving the human race close to extinction.
There are rumors that some governments already have protocols to deal with the eventuality. a zombie apocalypse, which would probably be different from what is described in movies, series and books.
Despite this, some authors claim that between viruses, drugs or inappropriate use of nanotechnology, they could lead to an event similar to the zombie apocalypse.
Learn more about what a Zombie.
