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What is the abomination of desolation?

What is the abomination of desolation?


What is the abomination of desolation?

The "abomination of desolation" refers to a past event: the abomination of Antiochus Epiphanes … and to a future event: what prophecy says will come to pass when the third temple is built in Jerusalem and the antichrist appears.

Alex McFarland
Alex McFarland

As a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, religion and culture analyst, and advocate for biblical truth, Alex McFarland speaks worldwide. He has preached in over 2,000 churches throughout North America and numerous more internationally. He also speaks at Christian events, conferences, debates, and other venues to teach biblical truths and preach the gospel.

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