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How do we know the church is represented by the woman in Revelation 12?

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The church is represented by the woman due to the context and symbolism that connects the narrative to God’s covenant through history.

The identification of the woman in Revelation 12 as the church comes from the extensive biblical symbolism used to describe her. She is depicted as clothed with the sun, embodying the glory and righteousness that comes from being united with Christ. Furthermore, the church's continuity throughout Scripture—beginning with Old Testament believers and culminating in the New Testament—reinforces this interpretation. Notably, the prophesied child, who is to rule, signifies Christ, and thus the church's role in redemption history as the bearer of this promise emphasizes her identity as the bride of Christ, capturing both the Old and New Testament church.
Scripture References: Revelation 12:1-5

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