Ok here is one theological question that it seems a lot of christians are confused about when the answer is plain in scripture.
I hear in many christian circles think that Jesus is the lion of the tribe of judah, but, Revelation specifically says ONLY the lamb is worthy to open the scroll.
All through the bible, Jesus is referred to as the lamb.
The devil is referred to as a lion, prowling about, seeking anyone to devour.
Why do some christians refer to Jesus as a lion? Is it they get mixed up with C.S. Lewis Narnia fantasy story?
The text set the stage saying there is no one in heaven and earth who can open the scroll but then a lion emerges with the power to open the scrolls. Next scene there is no lion but now a seven horned/eyed slain lamb. The line from lion to lamb really isn't that difficult to draw and the text sets up the connection. You may not see it but the text certainly does not say the lion is unable to open the scroll.
The fact is some of the same words have been used in scripture to describe both the enemy and Jesus but context largely sorts out the meaning and which characteristics are being implied by the symbolism. One is lion as we see in this text, another one is day star. Most do not know or care to admit it but "lucifer" is a latin word for day star and contrary to popular believe it is not the proper name of satan. In the latin texts both Satan (Isaiah 14:12) and Christ (2 Peter 1:19) are called "lucifer". It is the KJV that chose to retain the Isaiah 14:12 as a latin title for satan and has perpetuated this myth that it is Satan's proper name. I am digressing but the greater point is context and some common sense can go a long way.
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