Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. For those parts which are prophetic, it will be much easier to. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The book of revelation can be confusing to the modern reader because much of it was written using a symbolic style of language that is not used today. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Revelation 4 niv the throne in heaven bible gateway. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. There are no long drawnout theories or doctrines, but instead focuses on the clues given throughout the bible.
Revelation 4 new international version niv the throne in heaven. They are sealed on their foreheads and they are servants of the living god. While being rooted in the best of modern biblical scholarship on the book of revelation, the interpretation is set out in a straightforward, simple way, emphasizing the themes and theology of the book. The book of revelation new international commentary on the new testament by robert h. Unlike many other books on end time prophecy, this is a simple, easy to read commentary. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. And it truly is a magnificent story far greater than any movie ever made or science fiction story ever written. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube.
Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. As its first verse declares, it is the revelation from jesus christ to show his servants what must soon take place. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Then go into each of the twenty two chapters of the book of revelation one by one. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Almost half the books of the old testament are included in.
Revelation 10 in the picture study bible, with maps and background information on revelation 10 bible history online. This framework is primarily laid out in daniel and revelation. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. The 144,000 in the book of revelation david jeremiah blog. The book of revelation is rich in symbolism, so much so, that most christians find it difficult to understand. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Sincere bible scholars, in fact, disagree about the meaning of some of the symbolic passages. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more.
Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. The book of revelation is a prophetic book the word apocalypse means unveiling and thats exactly what the book of revelation isit is a prophetic book that discusses the unveiling of what is going to happen in the nearing end times and what will come with the final revelation of jesus christ. The book of revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand that is of course if you were a jew living in jerusalem in ad 66. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. Introduction to the book of revelation welcome to our a bible commentary web site. Daniel, recorded 600 years earlier, sets the stage for the larger and more detailed book of revelation, which describes many events nowhere else in the bible. There are no long drawnout theories or doctrines, but instead focuses on the clues given throughout the bible and facts from current events and history. Volumes of commentary have been written around it in order to increase our understanding.
Book of revelation prophecies unlike all other new testament books, revelation is a prophetic bookconcerning the events of the last days. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. The book of revelation is a revealing of jesus christ in glory. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
But the christians of asia minor were familiar with the old testament and the apocalyptic writings and would be able to understand it. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. The book contains elements of gods plan that were revealed decades after the rest of the bible was recorded. An apocalyptic letter, it relies on visions, symbols, and old testament references to reveal the ultimate fulfillment of gods promise given to abraham in genesis. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. May 12, 2020 what is the significance of the twelve gates in revelation 21.
Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. So if you understand the rest of the bible first and with a teacher to explain it revelation makes sense. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Why will the nations need healing in the new jerusalem. Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation.
The book of revelation describes this moment of satans return and judgment at the end of a 1,000 year period. The bible is approximately 750,000 words, with about 250,000 devoted to many, many prophecies. These 144,000 witnesses are selected from the twelve tribes of israel. Published on jun 17, 2018 this very powerful and dynamic teachingtool on the book of revelation shines a light on the symbolism and the mysteries of god revealed to. Filled with easytofollow information and fascinating historical perspective, the everything bible book is the perfect resource for anyone who wants to unravel and understand the complex mysteries of the good book but is intimidated by the prospect. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. You thought revelation was about the end of the world. The book of revelation often called the revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words, the apocalypse, the revelation, or simply revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is needed for understanding, orientation, and motivation. Revelation is a jewish document written by jews for jews. God reveals a basic framework for understanding future events. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. In general revelation, god reveals himself through his creation, such that at least some truths about god can be learned by the empirical study of nature, physics, cosmology, etc. Electronic links applying to subject matter contained in the meanings, may be inserted that directs to additional information regarding the subject. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. Text and comments in parallel columns are provided as an alternate to reading through the details. It is not merely a re telling of what can be learned in the old testament, or elsewhere in the new. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur.
He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. And that is what the revelation is all about the final seven years of world history, as we have known it all our lives, and the events to follow. This commentary has been through advanced checking. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. This powerfully moving video takes you through the entire book of revelation as it is written in the holy bible. Jun 17, 2018 the book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. Interestingly enough there are only 4 chapters in the bible where there is. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries.
Each page of scripture is from the king james bible, and is immediately followed by the meaning of that scripture. Bible commentary explains the book of revelation verse by verse cutting through a great deal of popular theory. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best. Much of the imagery was foreign and meaningless to 1 st century gentile converts to. Mar 19, 2019 the book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. Thomas aquinas believed in two types of individual revelation from god, general revelation and special revelation. When people read the book of revelation they encounter this vast array of symbols. This is not a book written for scholars, but for the interested adult nonspecialist. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation.
The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into. God gave it to him to show his servants the things that must happen soon. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an understanding of the first 39 books of the bible, the old testament. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and theological themes. This is why it is sometimes called the book with seven seals and is much neglected by many christians. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Revelation the last book in the bible was written to tell us about the futureespecially the final conflict between god and satan, and the triumph of jesus christover all the powers of evil and death and hell.
The book of revelation is rooted in the old testament. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version revelation is the final book in the holy bible. Each audio is five minutes, with one passage to read in revelation, and well read through the whole.
The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a wonderful book in which we find the completion of gods ways up to eternal glory. What is new jerusalem in the bible book of revelation. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice.
Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. You will love the book of revelation full movie, chapters 122 with dramatized audio, as recorded in the holy bible and read by alexander scourby. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. Jesus sent this message by his angel to his servant john. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in unfamiliar and extravagant symbolism, which at best appears unusual to the modern reader.
However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. And the bible says they are also separated to godthat means they have a special calling from the lord. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version. Mar 24, 2020 is covid19 one of the plagues of revelation.
Study revelation using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. And the voice i had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, come up here, and i will show you what must take place after this. Bible commentary produced by tow project the book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. But that should not keep us from reading it and understanding its main message. The apocalyptic book of revelation uses symbols and old testament references to reveal a pattern of human rebellion and gods plan to overcome evil forever and create a new world. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. So, is covid19 one of the seven plagues mentioned in revelation 1617. This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would happen long after it was written. Have you ever wondered what the book of revelation is all about. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. While it might be tempting to try and identify this virus with one of those plagues, i believe there are a couple of reasons not to.
The time for understanding the book of revelation is now at hand. For the lord shall rise up as in mount perazim, he shall be wroth as in the valley of gibeon, that he may do his work, his. Published on dec 14, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Chapters 2 and 3 were for the 7 churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira, sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio.
If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. Franciscan father stephen doyle provides a catholic commentary on the book of revelation and explains that. To access this browsing option, link from any of the 22 chapter. Book of revelation, the question by question bible study. In part 1 of our 65 part bible study, we are introduced to the most. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Book of revelation john gills exposition of the bible. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. New jerusalem, an expression that appears twice in the bible, is a symbolic city that represents the group of jesus followers who go to heaven to rule with him in gods kingdom. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages and prophecies of the past, and links it all into the events to unfold in the near future. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god.
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