1. Book of Revelation New Testament in the Holy Bible
Only apocalyptic book in the Holy Bible
All other books reference past events
Written by John the Apostle (81-96 CE)

2. Beliefs about Revelation
Broad view of history
Events that happened after the book was written, but that have already happened by now
Future events that have not yet happened
Symbol of the struggle between good and evil

3. Revelation 18:8
Refers to the fall of Babylon (a city in ancient Mesopotamia)
Because Babylon had sinned, God judged and destroyed the city