1. Jewish and Christian Apocalyptic Literature
In a close reading of the two texts it is clear that Revelation and Enoch draw from a shared pool of apocalyptic symbols and numerological concepts. ... " (Couliano 1991) Indeed, when reading the two texts, though definite echoes of Enoch exist in Revelation, it is clear that the similarity in motifs superficially masks deep divides over the importance of punishment and reward in the afterlife. ... In both Enoch and Revelation, monsters who are heralds of the apocalypse are an important mythological motif. ... Two numbers figure prominently in both Revelation and Enoch: 7 and 12. ... A...
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