Armageddon facts for kids
Armageddon is a word that describes a very important place or event. It comes from the Hebrew words "Har Megiddo," which means "Mountain of Megiddo." Megiddo is a real place in Israel, a small city in the Azrieli Valley. Near it is a small mountain where an old Roman fort once stood.
In some Christian beliefs, Armageddon is seen as the place where a huge battle will happen at the end of the world. Many Christians believe that Jesus will return to Earth. They believe he will fight against a powerful evil force, sometimes called the Antichrist or "the Beast," in this final battle.
After this great battle, it is believed that the evil force, often linked to Satan, will be put away for 1,000 years. This time is known as the "Millennium Age."
After these 1,000 years, some beliefs say that Satan will be set free. He will then gather people known as "Gog and Magog" from all over the world. They will try to attack good people, often called "Holy Ones," in a special place known as the "Beloved City," which is believed to be Jerusalem.
However, it is believed that God will send fire from the Heavens. This fire will destroy Gog and Magog. The evil force will then be trapped forever in a place called "Gehenna," which is also known as Hell.
Images for kids
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Tel Megiddo with old buildings from long ago.
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Ruins on top of Tel Megiddo.
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How some Christians understand parts of the Book of Revelation.
See also
In Spanish: Armagedón para niños
