Throughout the ages, Christians have adapted John of Patmos's visions to changing times, reading their own social, political and religious conflicts into the cosmic war he so powerfully evokes. Yet his Book of Revelation appeals not only to fear and desires for vengeance but also to hope.

John of Patmos wrote the Book of Revelation, a book in the Bible. Throughout the centuries, people of the Christian faith have interpreted John’s visions in different ways, depending on the social, political, and religious issues of the time period. The Book of Revelation is both frightening and inspiring, as it speaks of wars, but also hope beyond those conflicts.