Definition: The word "Alpestral" appears in various passages in the Book of Revelation, specifically in the description of the heavenly hosts that are being prepared for Christ's return. This refers to a celestial entity that is used as a metaphorical symbol of Christ's divine nature and mission. In the New Testament, John the Apostle describes this celestial host as "a flame" (Revelation 14:8) and uses it in the context of heavenly bodies as a metaphor for Christ himself. John then says that the flame is coming from "the throne of God and of the Lamb." The word "alpestral" also appears in other places in the Bible, such as Matthew 24:15 where he speaks of the "fire of heaven," which was described as being "an unquenchable flame" (34:20), and Revelation 6:8-9 where it is mentioned as being "the flame from God's throne." The meaning of "alpestral" in this context is that the heavenly hosts are the same kind of entity as Christ, who will be the spiritual leader and ruler over these celestial beings. The fire they represent is not merely natural but also symbolic, likening it to a literal flame from God's throne. This term has been interpreted by scholars differently, with some seeing it in a more metaphorical sense, while others see it referring to a supernatural entity or heavenly power that will serve as Christ's representative on earth.

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