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The closest synonyms for 'rapture' are bliss or ecstasy. Neither of these is in the King James Bible. However, pleasure is used several times, not necessarily in the true sense of rapture.
Another meaning was given to the word 'Rapture' by John Nelson Darby, the nineteenth-century founder of the Plymouth Brethren who said that believers will be 'raptured' up to heaven at the end-times, but this is a relatively modern theological invention and is not mentioned by any name in the Bible.
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The usual terms those who hold to this idea of a secret rapture are translated from the Greek term 'harpagesometha' meaning 'caught up' in 1 Thessalonians 4:17. This term was then translated into Latin as 'rapere' meaning 'to seize or abduct' and it is this term that is found in most English Bibles.
Adherents to this idea like to point to Acts 8:39 which uses the Greek term for 'caught up' also found in 1 Thessalonians 4:17. This is speaking about Philip who was caught away by the Spirit of God in Acts 8 and these use this term to 'prove' 1 Thessalonians is speaking of his being taken to Heaven. However, God's Spirit took Philip from one place on Earth to another. Remember, Jesus Himself, clearly said no one has gone to heaven but He (see John 3:13). Further, they attempt to use 1 Corinthians 15:51-53 as additional evidence of this secret taking away of God's people but this is Paul telling of Christ's 2nd Coming to gather His Saints at the sound of the 7th Trumpet - something very loud and definitely not secretive.
Lastly, some also call the Rapture, 'the blessed hope' based upon the Scripture in Titus 2:13. Here adherents read into the word 'appearance' as some secret and sudden event. This then becomes a type of shorthand for them in literature and films when discussing this doctrine of men.
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The word "rapture" is not directly used in The Bible. The concept is derived from the Latin translation of the phrase "caught up" in 1 Thessalonians 4:17. In this verse, it is described as believers being "caught up together...to meet the Lord in the air." The term "rapture" is a theological interpretation of this event.
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Is the word rapture used in the King James version of the bible?
According to biblegateway.com, no, it is not.
Where in the bible can you find the word rapture?
The word - rapture - does not appear in the King James version.
Is the word rapture in the Bible?
Original answer: "No, the word Rapture is not in the Bible, but it is the word we use for catching away which is found in the bible. It is our descriptive and is valid to use."The word "rapture" is not found anywhere in the EnglishBible, but it is found in the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible, where it is translated from the Greek Word that means "caught up, swept away". That's where the term is found.
What is the explanation of the Rapture in the Bible?
Another answer from our community:I search the KJV Bible for the word "Rapture" and it's nowhere to be found. So there's no explanation of the word "Rapture", except maybe it's an invention of some delusional mind.
Does the bible ever say that the coming of christ is to be called the rapture?
There are six occurrences of the word rapture in the Bible; Psalms 28:7, Psalms 45:15, Psalms 51:8, Proverbs 5:19, Song of Songs 2:3 and Luke 1:67. Each of these is making reference to "rapture" in the context of joy and delight. The original root word for rapture meant to be carried away. Theologians have used rapture to describe the taking up of the faithful in Revelation though the word itself does not appear there.
Is the word rapture mentioned in the Bible?
A:No. The word 'rapture' is not in the Bible, nor is the modern concept of a "Rapture" of Christians mentioned or discussed. Rapture is a theological creation of John Nelson Darby, the nineteenth-century founder of the Plymouth Brethren. Interestingly, although few people belong the the Plymouth Brethren Church, many Christians believe in its founder's most enduring theological creation, the Rapture.
How many times is the word religion found in the bible?
I don't ever remember reading the word religion in the Bible, though the word Bible is never in the Bible either, nor is the word rapture, for some reason.
What is the order of rapture as written in the Bible?
The word rapture is not used in the bible but in revelations it mentions for all Christians to be "took up" which is is close to its real meaning "to be took up"............................and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.........(and only god knows when it will happen)
Who came up with the word rapture?
The word "rapture" in the context of a theological or religious event is believed to have originated from the Latin word "raptura," which means "seizing" or "abduction." It has been used to refer to the belief in the sudden gathering of believers into heaven during the End Times in Christian theology.
What are the events that signal the rapture?
None. The word Rapture is not in the Bible. On the other hand, the Bible does say that Christ will return "like a thief in the night." The parable of the 10 virgins (or unmarried women) tells of the groom coming in secret at night, at any time, to take his betrothed away. Many Biblical scholars see this as a parable describing the Rapture. The answer is the same, though: there are no events that "signal" the Rapture even in this context.
What will happen to harlots at the time of rapture?
The concept of the rapture, as understood in Christian theology, generally teaches that true believers will be taken up to meet Jesus in the air. The fate of individuals like harlots is not explicitly detailed in this context, as it is believed that salvation is available to all who accept Jesus Christ as their savior, regardless of their past actions or occupations. Ultimately, it is believed that only God can judge the hearts of individuals at the time of the rapture.
What do Pentecostals believe about the Rapture?
Pentecostals generally believe the rapture will take place soon, the dead in Christ shall rise to heaven first, then to follow those that are alive, and all raptured will be with Jesus forever.
