Understanding Revelation: Unveiling the Identity of Tribulation Saints

The term "Tribulation Saints" refers to individuals who are believed to come to faith in Jesus Christ during a period known as the Great Tribulation, which is described in the Book of Revelation and other prophetic passages in the Bible. The Great Tribulation is typically seen as a time of intense persecution, suffering, and turmoil that will occur before the Second Coming of Jesus Christ and the final judgment.
The concept of Tribulation Saints is primarily based on the Book of Revelation, specifically in Revelation 7:9-17 and Revelation 20:4-6:
Revelation 7:9-17: This passage describes a multitude of people from every nation, tribe, and language standing before the throne of God. They are clothed in white robes and are holding palm branches. These individuals are seen as those who have come out of the Great Tribulation. They have washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb (Jesus Christ), indicating their faith and salvation despite the trials they endured.
Revelation 20:4-6: This passage mentions those who are beheaded for their testimony of Jesus and for not worshiping the beast (associated with the Antichrist). These individuals are said to reign with Christ for a thousand years, suggesting that they are rewarded for their faithfulness during the tribulation period.
The idea is that during the Great Tribulation, despite the intense persecution and challenges, there will be people who will accept Jesus Christ as their Savior and remain faithful to Him, even at the cost of their lives. These individuals are often referred to as Tribulation Saints because they become believers during this tribulation period.