Symbolism and Interpretation in Revelation 13

This chapter explores the intricate connections and symbolic interpretations found in Revelation 13, focusing on the chaotic beasts and their associations with figures like Leviathan and Behemoth. Through comparisons with passages from Psalms, Isaiah, and Daniel 7, the chapter reveals how John draws elements from various sources to depict the beasts' authority and blasphemous speech. Moreover, discussions on believers enduring persecution and the concept of bearing the name shed light on the complex allegorical representations in the Book of Revelation.