Revelation 13:3 and the July 13, 2024, Incident: A Prophetic Echo?
On July 13, 2024, an assassination attempt on Donald Trump made headlines. He was reportedly wounded in the ear, an injury that many thought might be serious. Yet, just days later, he reappeared in public, seemingly unharmed and without any visible bandages. This unexpected recovery sparked discussions about its resemblance to a verse in the Book of Revelation.
Revelation 13:3 states:
"And I saw one of his heads as if it had been mortally wounded, and his deadly wound was healed. And all the world marveled and followed the beast."
In this passage, John describes a figure receiving a severe wound, only for it to be healed, inspiring awe and wonder. Trump’s swift recovery echoes this prophecy, as people marveled at his resilience following apparent harm.
Some see this event as a partial fulfillment of a broader prophecy, perhaps one of three such prophetic moments to come. Whether coincidence or a sign, it invites reflection on the deeper meanings in scripture and their relevance in our times.