Early 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Wilson (d. 1581), humanist and administrator. With allusion to Revelation 20:11 (Hellenistic Greek θρόνος μέγας λευκός).
Definition of Great White Throne in US English:
Great White Throne
noun
The throne of God.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Wilson (d. 1581), humanist and administrator. With allusion to Revelation 20:11 (Hellenistic Greek θρόνος μέγας λευκός).