Understanding the Book of Revelation begins with recognizing that the Bible, both Old and New Testaments, was written to, for, and about the covenant people: the Israelites. This foundational understanding allows us to decipher the mysteries of Revelation and see how it unveils Yah’s divine plan for His chosen people.
The Book of Revelation, long regarded as a prophetic masterpiece, speaks to events that transcend time and reveal Yah’s divine plan for His chosen people. Revelation unveils a story that begins with the destruction and scattering of Israel in 70 AD, marking the start of the prophetic events known as "Jacob's Trouble". This scattering transitioned into the transatlantic slave trade, the greatest captivity of Israel, the persecution of true Israel, and their ultimate deliverance. By identifying the saints in Revelation as the bloodline Israelites, the descendants of Jacob scattered to the four corners of the earth, we gain significant insight into how these prophecies align with historical realities and Yah’s redemptive promises.
The transatlantic slave trade represents Israel’s last and greatest captivity, directly connecting to Revelation’s narrative of judgment and redemption. This period of unparalleled suffering fulfills Yah’s prophetic declarations about the oppression of His people and sets the stage for the divine justice promised in Revelation 13:10 and the restoration detailed in Joel 3 and Deuteronomy 30. Every part of the statue in Nebuchadnezzar’s vision (Daniel 2) tells the story of how these great nations enslaved Yah’s people. The gold head (Babylon), silver chest (Medo-Persia), bronze belly and thighs (Greece), and legs of iron (Rome) all played their roles in subjugating Israel. Today, we live in the era of the ten toes, mixed with iron and clay, which is the continuation of the Roman Empire. This mingled kingdom, fragile yet strong, birthed the transatlantic slave trade and enslaved Yah’s people in their final captivity.
Since 70 AD, when Israel was defeated and scattered, the bloodline Israelites have been displaced across the world, moving from one region to another. Over centuries, their enemies orchestrated the conditions to herd them into West Africa, where they were later captured and sold into slavery through the transatlantic slave trade. This historical reality is revealed in the Book of Revelation, which prophetically explains the suffering, persecution, and ultimate redemption of Yah’s people.
Joel 3 and Deuteronomy 30: The Rescue and Judgement
Revelation 13:10 declares:
“He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity… Here is the patience and the faith of the saints.”
This verse is a direct promise of justice: the nations that enslaved and oppressed true Israel will themselves face captivity. Joel 3 and Deuteronomy 30 further illuminate this judgment and promise of restoration. These texts align with Revelation’s declaration in Revelation 13:10 that those who led others into captivity would themselves go into captivity. Joel 3:1-2 supports this with a vivid description of Yah’s judgment:
“For, behold, in those days, and in that time, when I shall bring again the captivity of Judah and Jerusalem, I will also gather all nations, and will bring them down into the valley of Jehoshaphat, and will plead with them there for my people and for my heritage Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations, and parted my land.”
This prophecy aligns with the ultimate judgment described in Revelation. Deuteronomy 30:3-5 complements this by promising Israel’s restoration:
“That then Yahuah thy Elohim will turn thy captivity, and have compassion upon thee, and will return and gather thee from all the nations, whither Yahuah thy Elohim hath scattered thee.”
Furthermore, Deuteronomy 30:7 declares that Yah will place the curses Israel endured upon their enemies and oppressors, ensuring their enslavement as a part of his justice. Together, these passages illustrate the justice and restoration promised in Revelation.
Revelation 18:11: The Judgment on Babylon
Revelation 18:11 declares:
“And the merchants of the earth shall weep and mourn over her; for no man buyeth their merchandise any more.”
This verse directly ties to Yah’s judgment upon Mystery Babylon, which represents America. As the center of global trade and production, America wields immense control over the goods the world desires, including luxury items, commodities, and wealth-generating industries. This economic dominance fulfills the description of Babylon as the great city that influences the world’s merchants.
In the judgment, Yah completely destroys Babylon’s empire, dismantling not just her economic system but her entire power structure. This leaves the nations without the wealth and dominance they once relied upon, bringing an end to her influence and control over the world. This aligns with Revelation’s theme of divine retribution, as Babylon faces the consequences of her exploitation and oppression, particularly against Yah’s people. Just as the transatlantic slave trade fueled the economic power of Babylon and her allies, Yah’s judgment ensures that these systems are dismantled, leaving the merchants to mourn their loss. This economic collapse highlights the fulfillment of the justice promised in Joel 3 and Deuteronomy 30, as the oppressors of Israel face their downfall.
Joel 3: The Gathering of Nations for Judgment
Joel 3:1-2 states:
“For, behold, in those days, and in that time, when I shall bring again the captivity of Judah and Jerusalem, I will also gather all nations, and will bring them down into the valley of Jehoshaphat, and will plead with them there for my people and for my heritage Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations, and parted my land.”
This prophecy directly ties to the yoke of iron mentioned in Deuteronomy 28:48, which explicitly describes the condition of Israel under their oppressors: "Therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies which Yahuah shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in want of all things: and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee."
This yoke of iron was a literal manifestation of the enslavement of Israel, most notably during the transatlantic slave trade, where Yah’s people were shackled and subjugated by the nations.
The scattering into captivity aligns with Revelation 13:10, which declares, "He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity."
Joel’s prophecy ensures that the same nations who enslaved and scattered Yah’s people will face judgment and captivity themselves. This parallel is further emphasized in Revelation 16:16, which speaks of the gathering at Armageddon, highlighting the ultimate reckoning for these oppressors.
Joel’s prophecy solidifies Yah’s promise of retribution, ensuring that the nations responsible for scattering and enslaving His people will be judged and brought into captivity.
The Link to Revelation’s Judgment and Rescue
The Book of Revelation builds upon these Old Testament prophecies, clearly emphasizing the judgment of the nations and the deliverance of Israel:
Revelation 14:12 highlights the perseverance of the saints, showing that despite enduring great tribulation, Israel will remain faithful and be rewarded.
Revelation 16:6 and 18:24 detail the shedding of the blood of saints by Babylon and her allies, tying directly to Joel’s promise of judgment for the nations that exploited and scattered Yah’s people.
Revelation 19:8 portrays the saints, restored and righteous, as the bride of Yahusha, fulfilling Deuteronomy 30’s promise of Israel’s return and restoration.
The Saints in Revelation: True Israel Under Persecution
The saints, often misunderstood in mainstream interpretations, are explicitly described in Scripture as the chosen people of Israel. Revelation 13:7 declares:
“And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them.”
This verse highlights a systematic oppression of Yah’s people by a beast system, representing global empires and colonial powers. The transatlantic slave trade serves as a striking fulfillment of this prophecy, marking one of the most significant periods of persecution against Israel.
Explaining the Verses about the Saints in Light of bloodline Israel
Revelation 5:8 “And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints.”
This verse emphasizes that the prayers of the saints are precious to Yah. These prayers include cries for justice and deliverance from oppression, reflecting the ongoing suffering of bloodline Israel scattered worldwide as slaves and their descendants.
Revelation 8:3-4 “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… And the smoke of the incense… ascended up before Yah.”
The prayers of the bloodline Israelites, enduring centuries of slavery and systemic oppression, ascend to Yah. These prayers for justice and restoration will be answered through Yah’s judgment on Babylon (America) and her colonial allies.
Revelation 11:18 “And the nations were angry, and thy wrath is come… and that thou shouldest give reward unto thy servants the prophets, and to the saints…”
Yah’s wrath against the nations is directly tied to their treatment of His people. The saints, being the descendants of Jacob, will be vindicated as Yah judges the colonial and Western powers responsible for their persecution.
Revelation 13:7 “And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them.”
This represents the systemic oppression and dehumanization of bloodline Israelites during the transatlantic slave trade and under Western colonial powers. The beast system, led historically by Britain, France, Portugal, Spain and later by America, waged war against Israel, seeking to erase their identity and exploit them economically.
Revelation 13:10 “He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity… Here is the patience and the faith of the saints.”
This verse is a direct promise of justice: the nations that enslaved and oppressed Israel will face captivity and judgment. The saints (bloodline Israelites) are called to patiently endure, knowing Yah will repay their oppressors.
Revelation 14:12 “Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of Yahuah, and the faith of Yahusha.”
Despite persecution, the bloodline Israelites are called to remain faithful to Yah’s commandments and Yahusha. This perseverance is crucial as Yah prepares to deliver His people.
Revelation 15:3 “And they sing the song of Moses… and the song of the Lamb… King of saints.”
The song of Moses illustrates the deliverance of Israel from Egypt, paralleling the future deliverance of bloodline Israelites from modern Babylon (America and her allies).
Revelation 16:6 “For they have shed the blood of saints and prophets, and thou hast given them blood to drink…”
This judgment falls on nations that enslaved and oppressed the saints. The colonial empires and their descendants are held accountable for shedding Israel’s blood.
Revelation 17:6 “And I saw the woman drunken with the blood of the saints…”
The woman symbolizes Babylon, representing the colonial and Western powers. These nations became wealthy by exploiting bloodline Israelites, shedding their blood through slavery and systemic oppression.
Revelation 18:24 “And in her was found the blood of prophets, and of saints, and of all that were slain upon the earth.”
Babylon (America), who rides the beast of Revelation, is condemned for its exploitation of Israel. Britain, as a continuation of the Roman Empire, led the colonial assault, and America, her daughter, perpetuated this system. Yah will avenge the blood of the saints shed by these nations.
Revelation 19:8 “And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen… for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints.”
The bride of Yahusha, symbolized as Israel, is arrayed in fine linen. This represents the righteous remnant of bloodline Israelites restored to their covenant relationship with Yah.
Revelation 20:9 “And they went up on the breadth of the earth, and compassed the camp of the saints about, and the beloved city…”
This verse refers to the final rebellion after Yahusha’s millennial reign. The nations, deceived once more by Satan, gather to attack Israel, the Messiah, and other believers. The “camp of the saints” represents the home of the Israelites, the original descendants of Jacob, and the beloved city is where Yahusha reigns.
Conclusion: The Saints as True Israel
The verses in the Book of Revelation concerning the saints clearly identify them as the bloodline descendants of Jacob, scattered through slavery and oppressed by Babylon (America) and her colonial allies. The judgment against these nations reflects Yah’s justice for the transatlantic slave trade and ongoing persecution. The saints, as bloodline Israelites, will be vindicated, restored, and adorned as the bride of Yahusha, arrayed in fine linen. These prophecies affirm Yah’s promise to deliver His people and establish His Kingdom on earth, bringing an end to Jacob’s trouble and the oppression of His chosen.
See Also: Who Are the Saints in the Bible? Understanding Their Identity in Scripture
