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The themes of faith and salvation in "Manifest" explore the complexities of belief, trust, and the search for meaning in extraordinary circumstances. These themes add depth to the character journeys and highlight the spiritual and existential aspects of the series.
==== Noah's Ark ====
The callings of the passengers of Flight 828 lead to the conclusion that the world will come to and end on a specific date. And they believe that solving the callings to help people will also lead the way to salvation from the death date, from the apocalyptic end of the world scenario. In Season 4 Episode 19, Marko, one of the passenger's who had been in a coma and under testing by the Major, woke up from his coma repeating the word 'ковчег' (''kovcheg'') in Bulgarian, which can have two meanings: either "coffin" or "ark". Marko himself thought that the reference was to a coffin, and drew a picture of a coffin on a piece of paper, but later, seeing a picture of Noah's Ark, realized that this could also be the meaning. The theme of Noah's Ark as a means of salvation from the death date is tied into the storyline: the Major had been experimenting on a fragment of Noah's Ark that was covered in sapphire, and which Saanvi had thrown into a fissure that had opened up at the base of Storm King Mountain.
==== Faith and Science ====
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# '''The Death Dates''': The concept of "death dates" introduced in the series adds an apocalyptic element. The passengers begin receiving visions of their own deaths, which creates a countdown and a sense of impending doom. This apocalyptic ticking clock adds suspense and raises questions about fate, mortality, and the potential end of their lives.
# '''Callings and Divine Intervention''': The callings experienced by the passengers can be seen as a form of divine intervention or supernatural guidance. These callings lead the characters to specific actions or events, often with high stakes and potential apocalyptic consequences. The passengers grapple with the responsibility of their callings and the potential role they play in preventing or mitigating catastrophic events.
# '''Prophecies and Revelation''': The show explores various prophecies, visions, and revelations that hint at a larger, apocalyptic narrative. These elements suggest that the events surrounding Flight 828 are part of a grander plan or a significant turning point in human history. The unfolding of these prophecies adds a sense of urgency and foreboding to the storyline.
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{{bible quote|ref=Apocalypse 16:16|inline=false}}
Cal and Angelina can somewhat be related to the biblical themes of the Christ and the anti-christ: the character of Angelina is somewhat inspired by that of the "false prophets" of which Jesus warns his disciples, especially in the [[wikipedia:Olivet Discourse|Olivet Discourse]].
{{bible quote|ref=Matthew 7:15-20|inline=false}}
{{bible quote|ref=Mark 13:5–7,21–23|inline=false}}
{{bible quote|ref=Matthew 24:4–5,11,23–26|inline=false}}
In Season 4 Episode 16 "Furball", Angelina succeeds in escaping the Detention Center after having been injected with an "antidote" serum by Ben, and starts to form a small group of "followers". Confronting them about their doubts towards her for some of the grave deeds she has accomplished, she replies with a quote from the Gospel:
{{bible quote|ref=John 8:7|inline=false}}
==== Symbolism of the Sapphire ====
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