Bible Dictionary

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Objects & Symbols • New Testament
Alpha is the first letter of the Greek alphabet, paired in Revelation with Omega, the last letter. Together they signify “the first and the last,” a title applied to Christ and expressing his divine eternity.
Biblical Usage
Alpha occurs with Omega in Revelation 1:8, 11; 21:6; and 22:13, where the pair signifies “the first and last.” This designation is applied to Christ and expresses his divine eternity. The letters are also associated with related biblical descriptions of the first and the last.
Scripture References
Revelation 1:8 Revelation 1:11 Revelation 21:6 Revelation 22:13 Hebrews 12:2 Isaiah 41:4 Isaiah 44:6 Revelation 1:17 Revelation 2:8