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A:Simply because the Book of Revelation was signed by a person called John, it was decided late in the second century that this must have been the apostle John. Whoever this John was, it clearly was not the author of John's Gospel, as the style and the theology are too different. Nevertheless, after the decision to attribute Revelation to the apostle John, a tradition evolved that the apostle John was exiled to Patmos because he miraculously survived all attempts to kill him. It is never explained how it was possible to exile John anywhere, if his enemies were unable to harm him.

There is no evidence that the apostle John was ever on the island of Patmos. Revelation 1:1 states that the Book of Revelation was written by a person called John, and Revelation 1:9 says that he wrote from Patmos, without at any stage saying that he had been exiled to the island. So unless there is proof that he was forcibly restrained, it should be assumed that John of Patmos could leave the island whenever he chose, and return at any time he chose.

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What island was the apostle john on when he wrote revelation?

John was on the island of Patmos "Revelation 1:[9] I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ."


Was Jacob exiled to Patmos?

No. Christian tradition says that the Apostle John was exiled to Patmos. The Book of Revelation was signed by a person called John, who said that he was writing from Patmos. In the belief that this person must have been the apostle John, Christians began to wonder how and why John went to Patmos, and gradually developed the tradition that he had been exiled to the island.


What was john in when he was writing the book of revelation?

He didn't write it It was written after his death.Answer:The New Testament doesn't provide the ages of any of the apostles at any point, so the answer to your question is unknowable from scripture.


Why john did not lapsed into spiritual despondency while exiled?

John did not lapse into spiritual despondency while exiled because he maintained his faith and connection with God through prayer, meditation, and reflection. He found solace and strength in his spiritual beliefs, which sustained him during difficult times in exile. Additionally, John's strong sense of purpose and unwavering devotion to his beliefs helped him maintain a positive outlook despite his circumstances.


Where did the apostle John die?

A:Although many fanciful traditions about the deaths of the apostles grew up over the centuries, we do not really know how any of them died. When it was decided late in the second century that he was the 'John' who wrote the Book of Revelation, it became necessary for John to live to an old age, so that he could actually write this book, on the island of Patmos. Scholars are now in substantial agreement that the apostle John did not write the Book of Revelation, but the tradition persists that he alone of the apostles died of old age, probably at Patmos. We can say that he would not have died on Patmos, but no more. A:Ephesus

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Who wrote the Apocalyses?

John, a disciple of Jesus, wrote it while he was on the island of Patmos, around 60 AD.


Who wrote the last Bible?

The same people who wrote the first Bible. The Last book of the Bible (which is a biblios or library of 66 books) is Revelations which was written by St, John the Apostle on the Island of Patmos around 100 A.D.


Who wrote apocalypse or revelation in the new testament when and where?

The Apocalypse or Revelation was written by John of Patmos around 95 AD on the Greek island of Patmos. It is the final book of the New Testament and contains prophetic visions about the end times, judgment, and the ultimate victory of good over evil.


What island was the apostle john on when he wrote revelation?

John was on the island of Patmos "Revelation 1:[9] I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ."


What island was John when he was given the vision of Revelation?

The Book of Revelation is signed by a person called John, who wrote from the island of Patmos. Conservative theologians insist that the author was the apostle John, while liberal theologians accept the different style and theology, and simply refer to him as John of Patmos.


Was Jacob exiled to Patmos?

No. Christian tradition says that the Apostle John was exiled to Patmos. The Book of Revelation was signed by a person called John, who said that he was writing from Patmos. In the belief that this person must have been the apostle John, Christians began to wonder how and why John went to Patmos, and gradually developed the tradition that he had been exiled to the island.


What are the visions of the New Testament?

John had visions when he was in prison on the island, and he wrote Revelations.


What was john in when he was writing the book of revelation?

He didn't write it It was written after his death.Answer:The New Testament doesn't provide the ages of any of the apostles at any point, so the answer to your question is unknowable from scripture.


Who wrote the Apocolypses?

The Book of Revelation, also known as the Apocalypse, was traditionally attributed to the Apostle John. Several other apocalyptic writings are found in the Bible, including Daniel, Ezekiel, and parts of Isaiah.


What was the last book John wrote in the Bible?

The Book of Revelation, circa 95 AD, was written by John while on Patmos.


What was Johns life like before he wrote the gospel?

John--the beloved disciple--had a tough life after Jesus. He was captured by the Romans and sent to the Island of Patmos.


Where can you find it in the bible where john wrote the book of revelations while on island patmos?

There are many traditions about the authorship of Revelation which, since it is signed by a person called John, is usually attributed to the apostle John. However, scholars say that the author of the Book of Revelation was certainly not the author of the Gospel According to St John. We can not say with certainty where the book was written, and in fact it appears to have been written in layers, by at least two different authors separated in time, neither of whom wrote about where he lived.