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Preterist

Definition:

A preterist is someone who holds the belief that biblical prophecies, especially those found in the book of Revelation, have already been fulfilled in the past.

Senses and Usages:

• Noun: A person who follows the preterist interpretation of the Bible.
• Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of the preterist interpretation of biblical prophecies.

Examples:

Noun: John is a dedicated preterist who believes that the events described in the book of Revelation took place in the first century.

Noun: The preterists argue that the destruction of the Jerusalem temple in 70 AD fulfills biblical prophecies.

Adjective: The preacher presented a preterist interpretation of the apocalypse, claiming that all the prophetic events occurred in the past.

Adjective: In their study group, they discussed various preterist theories regarding the second coming of Christ.

Related Products:

• Books on Preterist Interpretation
• Books on Preterist Theology
• Bible Commentaries on Preterism