The book uncovers or unveils through symbols, signs, imagery, and visions the impending persecution facing the church. D. Apocalyptic literature usually came about in times of national crisis or persecution because those in power did not understand the meaning of the writing. E. Apocalyptic literature differs from prophetic writing slightly. Prophetic writing focuses on moral issues. Apocalyptic writing is more predictive and more far reaching taking into account global forces at work.
Apocalyptic writing is characterized by symbols in dreams and visions.
3 Old Testament apocalyptic books are Ezekiel , Daniel , and Zechariah . All evidence points to John, the apostle. Some argue that the different style of Revelation from the Gospel account and John's epistles argues for a different author. Some words are used in all of John's works which help point to him as the writer of Revelation. Place of Writing.