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This verse dramatically concludes the first half of Revelation and connects to the second half.
In this scene, the temple and the ark symbolize God's presence. The earthly ark was a copy of the heavenly ark's design (see Exodus 25:40; Hebrews 8:5).
The seventh trumpet, also called the third woe (Revelation 11:14; see also 9:12), shows a scene of final judgment and the eternal kingdom. Like in Revelation 7:9–17, this scene offers a dramatic view of the ultimate Christian hope with God. Amidst this picture of judgment, the reader remembers eternity with God.
Glossary
Ark of the Covenant Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Book of Revelation Earthquake Numbers and Numerology Temple
Topics
Ark of the Covenant: A Type of Christ Ark: in the Tabernacle--Called the Ark of the Covenant in John's Vision Earthquakes: Prophecies of Hail: Figurative Lightning: General Scriptures Concerning Tabernacle: (The Vail) the Obscurity of the Mosaic Age Temple of the Lord The Ark of Covenant