Glossary of Terms - N O
All terms listed herein are defined according to their usage within the context of the SCJ Bible Study.
Name (Figurative) Represents the Word or God Himself. God frequently renames those He chooses. Referenced Lesson: 103.
Nation (Figurative) Represents churches. Bible Verses: 1 Peter 2:9. Referenced Lesson: 98.
Nazareth A despised town where Jesus grew up. John 1:46.
Nebuchadnezzar (King) King of Babylon, whose dream of a giant tree symbolized Babylon.
Net (Figurative) Represents the Word of God, the tool used by “fishermen” (pastors/evangelists) to “catch” people for salvation. Matthew 13:47-50, Matthew 4:19. Referenced Lesson: 36.
New Covenant A new agreement God made with believers of Jesus, replacing the old covenant that was broken. It was established by Jesus’ blood and points to the book of Revelation. Its content is the law of freedom and the promise of Jesus’ second coming. It is God’s promise to write His laws (Revelation) on people’s hearts and minds. One must keep the new covenant to receive salvation and blessings. Hebrews 8:7-8, 13, John 1:11-13, Luke 22:14-20, Revelation 1:5-6, Revelation 22:20, Revelation 1:3, Hebrews 8:10-12, Luke 18:8, Jeremiah 31:31-32. Referenced Lesson: 7, 72.
New Creation The spiritual recreation of hearts and people through God’s Word.
New Heaven and New Earth (Shincheonji) God’s final kingdom, Mount Zion, where God’s will is completed and heaven comes down to dwell among men forever. Its Korean name is Shincheonji (Shin = new, cheon = heaven, ji = earth). The new spiritual realm and people that appear at the Second Coming, replacing the old. It is the new tabernacle and new saints that replace the first heaven and first earth, becoming God’s new kingdom and new people. It is the fulfillment of Revelation 21:1. It is identified as Shincheonji, Church of Jesus, Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony (TTT). It is the place God has promised to return to, where blessings await. Revelation 21:1, Isaiah 2:1-4, Psalm 132:12, Psalm 133:1-3, Hebrews 12:22-23. Referenced Lesson: 103, 108.
New John The one who overcomes, the male child, the seventh trumpet, the seventh bowl, and the Promised Pastor of the New Testament, who receives the opened scroll from the mighty angel and testifies about Revelation’s fulfillment. He is a servant in the flesh, appointed by Jesus to witness, hear, and testify to the fulfillment of Revelation. His name is Lee Man-hee, meaning “full of light.” He is a servant of Jesus. He gives testimony on Jesus’ behalf. He fulfills the same experiences as Apostle John in vision. He is the golden censer carrying saints’ prayers. He is also the “trumpet” who, through his word of testimony, brings people out of Babylon. Revelation 10:8-11, Revelation 12:5, Revelation 12:11, Revelation 11:15, Revelation 8:3, Revelation 1:1-3, Revelation 10:8-11, Revelation 22:8, John 13:20. Referenced Lesson: 98, 100, 101, 103, 115, 130.
New Song (Figurative) The gospel of the fulfillment of prophecy, especially the New Testament prophecies. It is sung when prophecies have taken place and can only be learned by the 144,000. It is a proper explanation of both the song of Moses (Old Testament) and the song of the Lamb (New Testament). Singing this song reveals the real words of Revelation’s fulfillment (betrayal, destruction, salvation). It should be heard at Mount Zion. Revelation 15:1-4, Revelation 14:3, Psalms 119:54, Psalms 119:172, Deuteronomy 31:19-21, 30, Isaiah 42:9-10, Isaiah 9:1-2, Luke 24:44. Referenced Lesson: 106, 120.
New Spiritual Israel The chosen people of God at the Second Coming, who are “overcomers” and establish new “12 tribes” by receiving and spreading the New Testament prophecies and their fulfillment. This new Israel has no end. They are the newly created 12 tribes who are born of God’s seed, harvested, and sealed. This replaces the former spiritual Israel that was judged. Revelation 12:5, 9-11, Revelation 2:26-27, Revelation 14:14-16.
New Wine (Figurative) Represents the newly revealed or opened Word, specifically the New Testament prophecies and their fulfillment for the current era. It is fresh, authoritative, and brings transformation. It is sweet in the mouth but can turn the stomach sour. New wine cannot be put into old wineskins. Luke 5:36-39, Isaiah 55:1-3, Matthew 26:29.
New Wineskins (Figurative) Represents a person’s heart, specifically the promised Shepherd (pastor) and his disciples who are able to receive and contain the “new wine” (newly revealed Word) without bursting. It signifies a willingness to let go of old ways and embrace new truths. Luke 5:36-39, Philippians 3:4-7.
Nicholas (Nicolaitans) A historical figure who led a fringe group at the time of Jesus. Used figuratively to represent those who would appear in Revelation following a similar pattern of false teaching. They are the destroyers who appeared in place of the seven messengers, seeking to devour the Tabernacle Temple by enticing its pastors and saints with false teachings (food sacrificed to idols and spiritual sexual immorality). They are Satan’s pastors. Jesus sent letters of repentance to the churches urging them to hate the practices of the Nicolaitans. They are like the false Jews who slander and are a synagogue of Satan. Revelation 2:6, Revelation 2:14-15.
Nicolaitans A group of destroyers who entered the Tabernacle Temple and introduced false teachings, causing people to betray their first love. They are also referred to as the beast with seven heads and ten horns. The “second coming Nicholas” establishes this group. Bible Verses: Revelation 2:6. Referenced Lesson: 102, 115.
Nicodemus A Pharisee who came to Jesus at night with questions, demonstrating a desire to understand despite his background.
Night (Figurative) Represents a time of not fully understanding the word of God, spiritual darkness, or ignorance. Referenced Lesson: 65, 66, 70.
Nineveh A Gentile city that repented after hearing Jonah’s message.
Noah A righteous man through whom God initiated a new creation after the flood.
Noah A righteous man chosen by God to begin a new creation after Adam’s betrayal. He was a preacher of righteousness. Referenced Lesson: 69.
Numbers A book of the Old Testament.
Objects, People, Animals, Geographic Locations, Historical Events (OPAGH) God’s method of using these elements figuratively as parables to describe future events. Referenced Lesson: 100, 101, 102, 14.
Oil (Figurative) Represents the word of testimony from a witness who has seen and heard the fulfillment of prophecy. It is essential for a lamp (word) to burn. Bible Verses: Matthew 25:1-13, Revelation 11:1-4. Referenced Lesson: 3, 43.
Old Covenant / Old Testament The first major covenant God established with the physical Israelites through Moses, containing laws and prophecies. It was confirmed by the blood of animals. It became obsolete when broken. Bible Verses: Exodus 19:5-6, Exodus 20:1-3, Hebrews 8:7-8. Referenced Lesson: 7.
“One Who Overcomes” New John, who fights and overcomes the Nicolaitans (Satan’s group) using the blood of the Lamb and the word of testimony. This person receives numerous blessings. Bible Verses: Revelation 2:7, Revelation 12:11. Referenced Lesson: 102, 103.
Open Word / Revealed Word The ability to understand prophecies and parables because God’s promises have been fulfilled and their reality has appeared. It is the explanation of prophecy and its fulfillment. It reveals the secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven, gives light and understanding, and enables forgiveness and salvation. It is also called hidden manna and new revealed word. True opened word includes the explanation of prophecy and its fulfillment (5Ws and 1H). Humility is a prerequisite for understanding. It opens when the prophecies are fulfilled. Jesus promised a time when he would speak plainly. Adding one’s own thoughts or subtracting from the sealed word corrupts it and leads to being judged and potentially losing a share in eternal life. John 16:25, Daniel 12:8-10, Isaiah 7:14, Revelation 10:8-11, Isaiah 29:11-13. Referenced Lesson: 13, 14.
OPAGH (Objects, People, Animals, Geographical Locations, and Historical Events) A method of understanding Revelation where God uses these elements as parables to describe future events. This approach helps discern what should and should not be taken literally in prophecy.
Orphan (Figurative) Represents a believer belonging to a “widowed” pastor (one who has betrayed and lost the Holy Spirit), making the congregation “fatherless” spiritually. Matthew 25:31-46. Referenced Lesson: 78.
Orthodoxy (Figurative) Signifies truth or the true group. It represents God and God’s kingdom of the 12 Tribes. Jesus was the true orthodoxy at His first coming. Referenced Lesson: 65.
Outer Court (of Temple) Symbolically, the part of the Temple that has been given to the Gentiles, who are identified as the Christian Stewardship Training Center (CSTC), the beast with 7 heads and 10 horns. This court is “trampled on” for 42 months due to betrayal.
Overcoming The act of triumphing over spiritual challenges, temptations, and persecution through faith in God’s Word. It is God’s characteristic.
Ox (Figurative) Represents God’s workers. Also one of the four living creatures.