The Olivet Discourse Prophecy

Jesus predicted a period of unprecedented global suffering called the Great Tribulation. He framed this intense time as a definitive sign that human history is approaching its final chapter.

This concept stems from a conversation Jesus had with his disciples on the Mount of Olives. He described a series of tumultuous events, including wars and natural disasters, meant to signal the end of the current age. Many theological traditions have spent centuries debating whether this refers to a specific past event or a future global crisis. It remains one of the most influential and debated predictions in Western religious history.