"There is much lore about the antichrist
(especially among certain Evangelicals) that is out of proportion to
the attention Scripture pays to the concept, and more importantly is at
possible variance from what is certainly taught. It easily becomes
fodder for movies and novels: the antichrist figure steps on the scene,
deceiving many, and mesmerizing the whole world with apparent miracles
and a message of false peace.
"But is this really what or whom the Scriptures call the antichrist? I would argue not,
for in order to create such a picture one would have to splice in
images from the Book of Revelation and the Letter to the Thessalonians
that do not likely apply to antichrists.
"In fact, the use of the term antichrist occurs only in the Johannine epistles.
It does not occur in the Book of Revelation at all, though many have
the mistaken idea that it does. There are plenty of beasts, dragons,
harlots, demons, and satanic legions in Revelation, but no mention of
antichrists."
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish,
Washington, DC) reflected on the antichrist as reflected in biblical teaching.
To access Msgr. Pope's complete post, please visit:
Community in Mission: Who or What Is the Antichrist? A Reflection on the Biblical Teaching (24 OCT 19)
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