Saturday, 5 July 2025, 11:17 PM
Site: Birmingham Theological Seminary
Course: The Gospels (The Gospels)
Glossary: Glossary for Lessons 1-5
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Antiochus

Greek ruler who massacred many in Jerusalem, desecrated the temple, and ordered worship of Zeus. Often called "Epiphenes" because he thought he was a manifestation of God.

Apocalyptic

Name give to Jewish groups at the time of Christ who believed that God would intervene in a miraculous way to destroy their enemies and initiate His kingdom