-- Wordsmith World has announced the release of a new study by author Betty Johansen that explores the thematic and symbolic symmetry between the Bible’s first and last books, Genesis and Revelation. The analysis, written for scholars, theologians, and general readers, highlights how the two texts form a unified narrative suggesting intentional authorship.
More information is available at https://bettyjohansen.com/2025/10/23/from-beginning-to-end-the-beautiful-symmetry-of-genesis-and-revelation/
Readers will find that Johansen’s work frames Genesis and Revelation as literary bookends that complete the biblical story. Themes introduced in the first book find their resolution in the last, illustrating how the story of paradise lost concludes with paradise restored.
One major connection the study examines is the transition from the Garden of Eden to the city of New Jerusalem. In Johansen’s analysis, the reappearance of the Tree of Life in Revelation symbolizes the restoration of what was lost—an image of renewal that transcends the boundaries of time and narrative.
The author also explores the serpent motif, tracing it from its introduction as a deceiver in Genesis to its ultimate defeat in Revelation. This full-circle resolution, Johansen writes, underscores the closure of the Bible’s central conflict between good and evil.
The study further contrasts the consequences of humanity’s fall with Revelation’s vision of a renewed creation, where “no longer will there be any curse.” Similarly, the celestial lights of Genesis are replaced in Revelation by divine illumination, where God and the Lamb are the light, representing the fulfillment of creation’s purpose.
The study concludes that Revelation does not merely return to Eden but reveals an elevated reality in which God dwells directly with humanity.
“These mirrored images and symbols are part of a much larger tapestry,” a spokesperson for Wordsmith World said. “The analysis identifies numerous links showing how the Bible’s narrative begins and ends in harmony, pointing to a single, purposeful design.”
Betty Johansen, known for blending theological depth with literary insight, has authored several works exploring biblical themes through narrative structure and symbolism.
A former teacher, Johansen turned to writing fiction and non-fiction in her retirement. She is best known for her faith-based mystery novels and for creating The Bible in Brief, a condensed summary highlighting the main themes and message of the Scriptures.
Readers can learn more about Wordsmith World and Betty Johansen’s writings at https://bettyjohansen.com/
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Release ID: 89174431