Biblical Prophecy

Altar

Study the altar in Bible prophecy through connected KJV Scriptures and prophetic references.

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Featured Scripture

And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne.

Revelation 8:3 (KJV)

Overview

The altar appears throughout Scripture in connection with sacrifice, worship, offerings, and the temple.

Several prophetic passages contain references to an altar, including visions recorded in the book of Revelation.

Related Scriptures

Revelation 6:9 Revelation 8:3 Revelation 11:1 Exodus 27

Study Terms

Altar

A place of sacrifice, worship, or offering dedicated to God.

Incense

an aromatic substance that produces fragrant smoke when burned

Sacrifice

the act of giving up something of value for a purpose, belief, or another person

Temple

a building or structure dedicated to religious worship

Study Notes

  • Revelation 6 contains a reference to an altar.
  • Revelation 8 contains a reference to an altar.
  • Revelation 11 contains a reference to measuring the temple and the altar.
  • Altars appear throughout both the Old and New Testaments.

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