Theology Day Audio | The Book of Revelation: Fact or Fiction?

The Book of Revelation: Fact or Fiction? 
Fr. Michael Patella, OSB

Bloodthirsty monsters, cosmic battles, and a smattering of fire and brimstone. Welcome to the world of Revelation. Many Christians base their lives on it; most ignore it. How seriously should we take this work, and what are the consequences if we do not? As off-putting as many find the Book of Revelation, it is still a part of the Christian biblical canon. Is there a correct way to read the strange story, and is there a means to understand its bizarre language? We will address these questions and the Book of Revelation in general.

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