Let us assume that calculating the number 666 from Revelation means gematria. Then there are clear points that we need to consider:
1. the word must be a Greek word. Since the book was written in Greek, it makes absolutely no sense that the author had a Hebrew, Latin or English word in mind.
2. it can only be one word. More than one word or even a sentence makes no sense, especially because it is about a name.
3. the probability must be very high that this word occurs in the New Testament.
If we consider these points, 1 word come into consideration.
1. euporia which means "prosperity". Occurs only once in Acts of the Apostles 19:25.
So the name of the beast is prosperity? Prosperity actually has negative features, it makes you blind and separate you from God. We see it in society. We also see it in the OT, for example Solomon who became blind because of his wealth. Maybe when the Antichrist appears he will bring many people to his side by promising them prosperity. Perhaps the Antichrist will appear at a time when poverty has increased and will take advantage of this opportunity.
It is also interesting to know that the numerical value of Jesus' name is 888. Revelation 14 says that the saints have the name of Jesus on their foreheads. The followers of the beast will also have his name on their foreheads.
A contrast can be seen:
666 = the desire for Prosperity = death
888 = the desire for Jesus = life
I have heard many theories about the number and so far I think this is the best theory I know. What do you say? Post your thoughts.
1. the word must be a Greek word. Since the book was written in Greek, it makes absolutely no sense that the author had a Hebrew, Latin or English word in mind.
2. it can only be one word. More than one word or even a sentence makes no sense, especially because it is about a name.
3. the probability must be very high that this word occurs in the New Testament.
If we consider these points, 1 word come into consideration.
1. euporia which means "prosperity". Occurs only once in Acts of the Apostles 19:25.
So the name of the beast is prosperity? Prosperity actually has negative features, it makes you blind and separate you from God. We see it in society. We also see it in the OT, for example Solomon who became blind because of his wealth. Maybe when the Antichrist appears he will bring many people to his side by promising them prosperity. Perhaps the Antichrist will appear at a time when poverty has increased and will take advantage of this opportunity.
It is also interesting to know that the numerical value of Jesus' name is 888. Revelation 14 says that the saints have the name of Jesus on their foreheads. The followers of the beast will also have his name on their foreheads.
A contrast can be seen:
666 = the desire for Prosperity = death
888 = the desire for Jesus = life
I have heard many theories about the number and so far I think this is the best theory I know. What do you say? Post your thoughts.
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