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Bad Boys of the Apocalypse

The Lord of Spirits

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Exploring Biblical Symbolism of the Sword as a Spiritual Agent

The chapter delves into the symbolism of the rider of the red horse of war in the Book of Revelation, focusing on the significance of the great sword as a spiritual entity with agency. It discusses biblical references to the sword as an agent in the Hebrew Bible and explores the concept of different types of deaths, highlighting violence, disease, and starvation. The conversation extends to the ancient concept of justice and vengeance, drawing parallels to Greek tragedies and exploring the themes of bloodshed, justice, and consequences.

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