Revelation 14 is a pivotal chapter in the Bible, especially in the context of Adventist theology as explained by Ellen G. White. Here is a summary of its meaning based on her writings: 1. The Three Angels' Messages: - Revelation 14 presents a threefold message, symbolized by three angels, which is proclaimed just before the second coming of Christ. These messages are a warning and a call to prepare for the final judgment and the return of Jesus. - The first angel announces the "everlasting gospel" to every nation, kindred, tongue, and people, urging all to "Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his Judgment is come; and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters" (Revelation 14:6, 7). This message is seen as a call to true worship and a recognition of God as Creator (GC88 311.2; 4SP 199.2; GC 355.1; COL 227.1). 2. The Second and Third Angels: - The second angel warns of the fall of "Babylon," symbolizing the collapse of false religious systems and confusion (GC 603). - The third angel warns against worshiping the beast and its image, and receiving its mark, which is interpreted as a warning against false worship and a call to keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus (4SP 504.1; GC88 453.3). 3. The 144,000 and the Harvest: - Revelation 14 also describes the 144,000, a group who are faithful to God and have His name written on their foreheads. They are seen as a symbol of those who are sealed and protected during the final crisis (EW 31.5; ExV 11.1). - The chapter concludes with the vision of the "harvest of the earth," representing the final gathering of the righteous and the wicked, immediately preceding Christ's return (GC88 311.2; ExV 42.5). 4. The Final Warning and the Second Coming: - The proclamation of these messages leads to a great religious awakening and prepares people for the coming of Christ. The messages distinguish the true church as those who "keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus" (GC88 453.3). - The final scenes depict the return of Jesus, the resurrection of the righteous, and their ascension to heaven (ExV 11.1). In summary, Ellen G. White interprets Revelation 14 as a prophetic outline of the last warning messages to the world, the call to true worship, the exposure of false systems, and the preparation of a people for the second coming of Christ. These messages are central to Adventist belief and mission. References: - White, E. G. (1888). The Great Controversy (GC88), pp. 311.2, 355.1, 453.3, 603. - White, E. G. (1884). The Spirit of Prophecy, Vol. 4 (4SP), pp. 199.2, 222, 504.1. - White, E. G. (1900). Christ’s Object Lessons (COL), p. 227.1. - White, E. G. (1882). Early Writings (EW), p. 31.5. - White, E. G. (1851). Experience and Views (ExV), pp. 11.1, 42.5. - White, E. G. (1917). Prophets and Kings (PK), p. 714.2. If you would like a more detailed explanation of any specific part of Revelation 14, please let me know!