Who are the three major candidates for the authorship of Revelation? Which is most likely? Provide evidence. What are the three major theories of relating the seals, trumpets, and bowls in the in Revelation? What are alternative theories?

Students must use the textbook as a source. The Bible is encouraged as a source. Outside sources are encouraged if documented.

Grading Considerations: see the rubric within the module.

These are the possible guiding essay topics. Choose one:

1. Who are the three major candidates for the authorship of Revelation? Which is most likely? Provide evidence.

2. What are the three major theories of relating the seals, trumpets, and bowls in the in Revelation? What are alternative theories?

3. What are four primary approaches to the study of the book of Revelation? Describe each approach?

4. What was the occasion and purpose of the book of Revelation. How did that inform/influence the genre?