Please read the background information, the chapter, and answer the questions below.
SOME BACKGROUND INFORMATION
In the interlude, we are introduced first to the strong angel with the little book in his hand. Next, we witness the measuring of the temple. John is given a reed like a measuring rod and is told to measure the temple, altar, and worshipers. Remember, these are visions which John saw. It was not the literal temple that he was to measure, and it was not the literal city of
There are only two visions mentioned in the Old Testament wherein something was measured. There was a complete measuring of the temple with all its holy ordinances in
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS FOR
1. Describe the two witnesses and what they were given power to do?
2. What men and events do verses 5-6 seem to be referring to?
3. What will happen to the witnesses when they have finished their testimony?
4. What place do you think the great city mentioned in verse 8 is? Does it have to be a literal place?
5. What type of people rejoiced when the witnesses were tormented?
6. Please list the three specific periods of time mentioned in verses 2-11.
7. What happens to the two witnesses in verses 11-12?
8. What results from the earthquake in verse 13?
9. It seems the mystery mentioned in 10:7 is now announced in verse 15. What is being announced in this verse?
10. Verse 15 refers to an event similar to that described by Daniel in
11. What is happening in verses 16-18?