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Prophetic FulfillmentsRevelation 21

5 fulfillments

  1. Prophecy in

    Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the old heaven and the old earth had disappeared. And the sea was also gone.

    Context

    John describes his vision of the new creation that follows the final judgment.

    Fulfillment
    • future

      Fulfilled in

      This prophecy is expected to be fulfilled at the end of the age, following the final judgment.

      The new heaven and new earth represent the ultimate renewal of creation, free from sin and death.

    Theological significance

    This prophecy signifies the completion of God's redemptive plan, restoring creation to its intended glory.

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  2. Prophecy in

    I heard a loud shout from the throne, saying, 'Look, God’s home is now among his people! He will live with them, and they will be his people. God himself will be with them.'

    Context

    This declaration follows the vision of the new heaven and new earth, emphasizing God's presence with His people.

    Fulfillment
    • future

      Fulfilled in

      This prophecy is expected to be fulfilled in the eternal state, where God dwells with humanity.

      The prophecy echoes the covenantal promise of God dwelling with His people, fully realized in the new creation.

    Theological significance

    It highlights the ultimate fulfillment of God's covenant promise to be with His people, a central theme throughout Scripture.

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  3. Prophecy in

    He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.

    Context

    This promise is part of the description of the new order in the new heaven and new earth.

    Fulfillment
    • future

      Fulfilled in

      This prophecy is expected to be fulfilled in the eternal state, where suffering and death are eradicated.

      The removal of pain and death signifies the complete victory over sin and its consequences.

    Theological significance

    It underscores the hope of eternal life and the complete restoration of creation, free from the effects of sin.

  4. Prophecy in

    And the one sitting on the throne said, 'Look, I am making everything new!'

    Context

    God declares the renewal of all things as part of the new creation.

    Fulfillment
    • future

      Fulfilled in

      This prophecy is expected to be fulfilled in the new creation, where all things are renewed.

      The renewal of all things reflects God's power to restore and transform creation.

    Theological significance

    It emphasizes God's sovereignty and the transformative power of His redemption.

  5. Prophecy in

    I saw no temple in the city, for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple.

    Context

    John describes the New Jerusalem, highlighting the direct presence of God and the Lamb.

    Fulfillment
    • future

      Fulfilled in

      This prophecy is expected to be fulfilled in the New Jerusalem, where God's presence is immediate and direct.

      The absence of a temple signifies the direct and unmediated presence of God with His people.

    Theological significance

    It reflects the ultimate fulfillment of God's desire to dwell with His people, eliminating the need for a physical temple.

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