Bible dictionary for children
Armageddon
Armageddon is a place name in Revelation's vision, also written Har-magedon.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Armageddon is a place name in Revelation's vision, also written Har-magedon. Its meaning and connection with geography are discussed by readers.
Talk about it
Why should we be careful about turning a vision into a prediction about today's news?
An example from the Bible
Revelation 16 names it as a gathering place in a symbolic account of conflict. The passage does not give readers a date for a modern battle.
Read Revelation 16:16 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Revelation 16:16
He gathered them together into the place which is called in Hebrew, “Harmagedon”.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
