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What does it mean?
War sounds like the end of the world to those inside.
In plain terms
The noise of battle made them think it was Judgment Day.
What can you take from it?
War creates fear that mirrors apocalyptic expectations.

Where it applies

  • wartime
  • religious reflection
  • historical account

Putting it to work

  • reading history
  • peacebuilding
  • theological study

Questions to consider

  • Does war feel like the end to us?
  • How do we cope with chaos?

Another view

Not everyone reacts with religious fear.

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