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The meaning of pa·rou·si′a is seen from the contrast that is made between the “presence” and “absence” of the apostle Paul both at 2 Corinthians 10:10, 11 and at Philippians 2:12. For a detailed discussion, see InsightontheScriptures, Volume 2, pages 676-9.
See TheWatchtower, November 1, 1995, pages 11-15, 19, 30, 31.
The time period during which “this generation” lives seems to correspond to the period covered by the first vision in the book of Revelation. (Rev. 1:10–3:22) This feature of the Lord’s day extends from 1914 until the last of the faithful anointed ones dies and is resurrected.—See Revelation—ItsGrandClimaxAtHand! page 24, paragraph 4.