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Revelation 15–16 (The Seven Bowls)
The Two Testaments
Interpreting Plagues in Revelation
The passage alludes to the Exodus plagues, with adaptations and interpretations by John. Though not identical to the original plagues, they are meant to evoke the Exodus story. The targets of the plagues are cosmic, affecting the whole of creation. The arrangement of three sets of plagues suggests a structured reading, focusing on the completeness of judgment. In the Exodus tradition, plagues were intended for the deliverance of God's people and for worship, a key aspect to keep in mind while interpreting the text.
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