Apocalypse

The term Apocalypse originates from the Greek word apokalypsis (ἀποκάλυψις), meaning "revelation" or "unveiling." In its broadest sense, it refers to the disclosure of knowledge or events that were previously hidden or secret. In religious contexts, particularly in Christianity, the Apocalypse often signifies the end of the world or a cataclysmic event that marks the fulfillment of a prophetic vision. The most famous example is the Book of Revelation in the New Testament, also known as the Apocalypse of John, which describes a series of prophetic visions about the end times. In Hebrew, the term is translated as גִּלּוּי (gilui), which also means "revelation." Other relevant translations include Apocalipsis in Spanish, Apocalypse in French, and Apokalypse in German. The concept of an apocalypse is not limited to religious texts; it also appears in literature, film, and popular culture, often depicting scenarios of widespread destruction and the potential rebirth or transformation of society.