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G602 · Greek · New Testament
ἀποκάλυψις
apokalypsis
Noun, feminine
revelation, unveiling, disclosure

Definition

From apo (away) + kalyptō (to cover) — literally 'an uncovering,' the removal of a veil. Apokalypsis is the disclosure of what was previously hidden, especially divine truth that humans could not discover on their own. It names the final book of the Bible: the Revelation (Apocalypse) of Jesus Christ.

Usage & Theological Significance

Christianity claims to be a revealed religion — not a human philosophy but a divine apokalypsis. Paul received the gospel 'by revelation of Jesus Christ' (Galatians 1:12), not human teaching. The final apokalypsis is Christ's return: the veil over all reality will be lifted and every eye will see Him. The word implies that truth exists but is hidden until God chooses to unveil it.

Key Bible Verses

Revelation 1:1 The revelation [apokalypsis] of Jesus Christ, which God gave him.
Galatians 1:12 I received it through a revelation of Jesus Christ.
Romans 8:19 The creation waits in eager expectation for the revealing of the sons of God.
1 Peter 1:7 Praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.
Ephesians 1:17 The Spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him.

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