If the Rider of the White Horse had a bow, was given a "Crown" ...

[RonaldBruno]

... and he went out to conquer the world, could we interpret that "Crown" to mean "Corona Virus"? And could we imagine him shooting the virus with his bow? Interesting thought. It begs the question, how could this angel go out and conquer the world? Since this is part of the Great Tribulation scenario, we have to imagine that all evil is let loose. How could anyone control the world, given that it has hundreds of sovereign nations that govern themselves? By fear, confusion ... a virus! It sort of has everyone under this dark, mysterious cloud that spread so fast and has destroyed much of the economy. We are struggling to get back in the game, but here it comes again and maybe again after that. Yes, it is easy to imagine that this is the Rider on the White Horse. We are not totally conquered, no. But will we escape, has it conquered us? Temporarily for sure.

Many have postulated that the vaccine could have an ID chip, which when administered by a simple bandaid will prove you've been vaccinated ... so that you can buy or sell. Isn't this mask wearing an introduction,  conditioning us to get used to complying with rules and a way of life (a new norm) with the powers that be dictating whether we should lock down, stay separate, forbid gatherings and being considered essential or non-essential, enforce curfews? Could it be the Mark of the Beast? That would certainly support the first assumption. What's next? MAGA? That's a hopeful thought, especially if none of these speculations are at all true. If they are, then America has seen it's better days. 

I have faith that Romans 13:1, 2 is true, God appoints the leaders of the world. So whoever wins, it will be His Will and part of His plan. Let's dissect that. If Biden wins, we can certainly kiss America as we knew it, goodbye. This "Great Reset" will be ushered in. You know about that? The New World Order. But hey, it is prophesied that in the End Times, a One World Government ruled by the Antichrist will happen. But what if Trump wins? He is certainly bumping up against and delaying this Globalist World from taking shape. They tried to get rid of him since he became president. Everything they threw at him did not stick. And now, a new Supreme Court Judge. 

Now ya'll know that this pandemic has been politicized. Even now, the spike in numbers, creating more fear, may effect the voters decision ... or will it? Not mine. But hey, you got hand it to this Rider on the White Horse, he's very effective, a conqueror at heart.

What about the Rider on the Red Horse? He takes away peace from the world. Now, isn't that what has been threatened if Trump wins, that violence would escalate? I'm praying for extreme cold temperatures next week  - that will detour any trouble makers. Certainly you won't get massive protests when it's 25 degrees and windy out. But about the Red Horse. Does anyone think that has anything to do with Red China? I don't know, just spit-balling here. I mean, if Trump wins and further thwarts the Globalist agenda, they or should I say the Antichrist would have to play his final hand > Wars ... many ... taking peace from the world.

The Black Horse, brings famine. Of course if there is enough wars and the virus continues to suffer the economies of the world, then shortages lead to famine. "A quart of wheat for a denarius." I looked that up and found that a denarius was about a days pay. And after you refine a quart of wheat, you get enough to make a loaf of bread. That's inflation about 30-40 times over. 

The Pale Horse brings Death to 25 % of the planet.  That's almost 2 billion people. We have to assume that the pestilence actually got worse and the wars were nuclear. After that, the catastrophic events of the trumpets and bowls to come, killing another 3 billion. I'm sorry, it's depressing, but it's in the book. Many read it's as if it's not going to really happen in their lifetime.  I can wait another ten years or so, thank you very much. 

Shall we take a vote? How many do not want any of this to be true and actually upon us now?

[Guest]

The White Horse is not the Corona Virus.  We've had much worse viruses in the past.

[canada]

The "bow" in this passage in the Greek is ... toxon ... simple fabric, twine or wreathed.

The papal "triple tiara" or crown is made of finely spun literal gold thread.

[Michael37]

3 hours ago, RonaldBruno said:

... and he went out to conquer the world,

Is that what some paraphrase of Scripture says? Not accurate. Conquering, yes. The whole world, no.

Rev 6:1-2  Now I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals; and I heard one of the four living creatures saying with a voice like thunder, "Come and see."  (2)  And I looked, and behold, a white horse. He who sat on it had a bow; and a crown was given to him, and he went out conquering and to conquer.

Horses are known for their strength and stamina. They keep going and going until exhausted.

Bows are ancient emblems of military power and rule.

Crowns are symbols of sovereignty. 

The number four speaks of foundation. 

The first seal is opened and Conquest, Conflict, Commodities, & Carnage are the first things shown.

These are general aspects of recorded history as it is, and the climactic unfolding of endtime events will prove them to be foundational to the end.  

[RonaldBruno]

13 hours ago, Michael37 said:

Is that what some paraphrase of Scripture says? Not accurate. Conquering, yes. The whole world, no.

Rev 6:1-2  Now I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals; and I heard one of the four living creatures saying with a voice like thunder, "Come and see."  (2)  And I looked, and behold, a white horse. He who sat on it had a bow; and a crown was given to him, and he went out conquering and to conquer.

Horses are known for their strength and stamina. They keep going and going until exhausted.

Bows are ancient emblems of military power and rule.

Crowns are symbols of sovereignty. 

The number four speaks of foundation. 

The first seal is opened and Conquest, Conflict, Commodities, & Carnage are the first things shown.

These are general aspects of recorded history as it is, and the climactic unfolding of endtime events will prove them to be foundational to the end.  

So it's just a coincidence that a virus that was so named, because it looks like a crown went out and spread through the world to conquer, subdue it, surrounded by lies, and evil, paralyzing the world with fear (as would be expected from these Four Horsemen? OKAY - If you say so. No, I prefer your interpretation.

But let's look at your interpretation. Horses are carrying these judgments/ catastrophies with strength and stamina. It appears this virus is being carried with strength and stamina. Most viruses fizzle out by the summer months - lacking stamina ti be carried through another phase.

The crown (diadem), is given to a king. Many believe that the Rider in the White Horse is the Antichrist - not Jesus, who appears later wearing many diadems. Kings are known for what they accomplished. A person who subjects the world to a virus and succeeds must have great power as the Antichrist.

[Michael37]

2 hours ago, RonaldBruno said:

So it's just a coincidence that a virus that was so named,

There are still plenty of Toyota Corona's around. Maybe you have owned one or know someone with one.

[RonaldBruno]

9 minutes ago, Michael37 said:

There are still plenty of Toyota Corona's around. Maybe you have owned one or know someone with one.

Did the entire world lock down in fear of getting hit by a Toyota Corona? The only way that could happen is that if each driver was required to drink a six pack of Corona beers _ while driving!

Edited October 29, 2020 by RonaldBruno

[RonaldBruno]

17 hours ago, canada said:

The "bow" in this passage in the Greek is ... toxon ... simple fabric, twine or wreathed.

The papal "triple tiara" or crown is made of finely spun literal gold thread.

In this context, The Great Tribulation, the bow is a weapon, used for God's judgment. 

A Papal crown? So are you suggesting the Pope is the Antichrist?

[RonaldBruno]

19 hours ago, Saved.One.by.Grace said:

The White Horse is not the Corona Virus.  We've had much worse viruses in the past.

I didn't say the White Horse was. And yes there has been worse viruses, but not one that has had this kind of worldwide effect. The fear and precautions taken are more crippling then the virus itself. It would be just like Satan to deceive the world, cast a shadow of fear over something that is a little more deadly than the flu. 

[Guest]

Just now, RonaldBruno said:

I didn't say the White Horse was. And yes there has been worse viruses, but not one that has had this kind of worldwide effect. The fear and precautions taken are more crippling then the virus itself. It would be just like Satan to deceive the world, cast a shadow of fear over something that is a little more deadly than the flu. 

The Flu Pandemic of 1918-19 basically ended WWI and was more deadly than WWI itself.

Source: 1918-19 Flu Pandemic