The revealing is done by the commentators, who know nothing. The book is presented in the form of a great drama. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in the latter category. The book of revelation is the final book of the bible in which john the apostle outlined his visions of the end times. A commentary on the book of revelation introduction. The chief priests and pharisees were seeking to kill jesus. There is a choice to be made by every person living on. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. He also describes revelation as a window to gods plan for the world, having spent many years studying this book as a chronological presentation of gods revelation in jesus.
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. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. At christs ascension from the mount of olives into heaven in 33 a. Paul spilsburys book is a close runnerup for my go to book for an introduction to revelation. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of. We do not interpret old testament prophetic books in an idealist manner. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. Unlike many other books on end time prophecy, this is a simple, easy to read commentary. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. It provides ultimate assurance of salvation in christ.
I like morriss study on the book of revelation, which is part of the tyndale new testament commentaries. We can understand the book even though we might not understand every signsymbol. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. I cant say enough about this book as well as jay and donald parrys other book understanding isaiah. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. In this book the author clearly explains each and every verses which is written in the book of revelation with proper context. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1.
The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Brighton explains its message with exceptional clarity. In the first verse of the book, the apostle john recorded christs words, the revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. The scripture reveals many terrible events that will supposedly precede the second coming of christ, including plagues, earthquakes and locust swarms. 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. And no guide makes revelation more understandable than the smart guide to the bible. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Youll grasp the meaning of each verse, youll understand every important symbol, and youll get the big picture of all that god has promised for those who believe in him. 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. You encounter these fantastic figures who play some role in the drama of the end, whether it be.
The book of revelation, quipped ambrose bierce, is a famous book in which st. List of books and articles about book of revelation online. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. Many christian evangelists and conspiracy theorists believe these events are already. Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. 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. God reveals a basic framework for understanding future events. The time for understanding the book of revelation is now at hand. And there has been much speculation about it some of it bordering on off the wall, but some of it serious and scholarly. The book of revelation is not a book of doom and gloom but the victory of the lamb of god and those who follow him the overcomers.
The following authors take seriously revelations first century context. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. Revelation never describes itself as a symbolic code of future events plotted on a timeline. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. I have two books on revelation and 5 on isaiah, by far. This framework is primarily laid out in daniel and revelation. 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. There are no long drawnout theories or doctrines, but instead focuses on the clues given throughout the. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple. Revelation books four views on the book of revelation. The book of revelation, often called the revelation to john, the apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation or apocalypse and often misquoted as.
Engaging important questions concerning the interpretation of revelation in. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. Richard booker helps you understand the book of revelation by explaining johns vision within its intriguing original historical, literary, and biblical context. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. John is explaining visions in terms they could understand 2. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. According to proverbs 11, when you gather wealth by labor that is, you work hard and wisely and you are diligent in your work you will increase that wealth. The book of revelation is perhaps the most mysterious book in sacred scripture. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. Is it really something that we can agree to disagree on, as is commonly believed those who are of this persuasion are ignorant of how the new testament is indispensably completed by this revelation of jesus christ. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary.
Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship god. The revelation of jesus christ a commentary on the book. He interprets the features of the vision in light of similar images elsewhere in scripture and appeals to the views of other theologians from the early church down to the present. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Like koester, spilsbury walks you through johns revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture.
What happens when you gather wealth by labor according to proverbs 11. In our last message on this parable of the wedding feast, we discovered that jesus spoke this parable in the context of hostility. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. In addition to the book of life, there are other categories of records or books mentioned in scripture. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Apr 28, 2015 revelation never describes itself as a symbolic code of future events plotted on a timeline. Written centuries apart, we nonetheless see that they actually compose one book, each helping to explain the other in a way that only an omnipotent god could do. The book of revelation is gods message to all who are concerned about the future. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely. He gives a number of reasons why it is important for christians to understand the book of revelation.
You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. A portrait of dispensationalist interpretation of the book of revelation. I think that the key to the book of revelation is that it has an incredibly ornate and lush imagery.
And there has been much speculation about it some of it bordering on offthewall, but some of it serious and scholarly. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. Yes, chapter 11 is one of the most difficult chapters in revelation to interpret.
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. This, if you only knew, is a cause for great celebration in heavenly places. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple for. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age mt 28. The radical discipleship interpretation asserts that the book of revelation is. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. In keeping with the set, his volume on revelation helps the general bible reader understand what the text says and means, without a lot of the scholarly technicalities. Revelation may be the most perplexing book of the scriptures, but dr. 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. In revelation the message is that god is coming to judge and to redeem, and that the powers of evil and empires will clash before god establishes the fullness of his kingdom. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1.
Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. It too would make a good companion volume as you read this challenging book. The book of revelation provides closure to the past, a revelation of jesus christ at present, and a perfect fulfillment of all prophecy in the future. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. The book of revelation closes with the bright and morning star, which is a figure of christ at his coming to take the church out of the world. Like the books of prophecy in the old testament, revelation proclaims a message. Apr 04, 2018 the book of revelation, often called the revelation to john, the apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation or apocalypse and often misquoted as revelations, is a book of the new.
A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible by tim lahaye and timothy parker jul 15, 2014 4. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of. The book of revelation is similar to other literature of the time thats called apocalyptic, which typically includes visions, global clashes, endoftheworld warnings, and many, many symbols. The purpose of this 5 session study is to provide a biblical understanding of what death is and where it leads. An exegetical basis for a preteristidealist understanding of the book of revelation by noe, john. He had entered jerusalem for the passover and was teaching the people and new testament gospels. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. I was expecting morris to do a more complete job of explaining his interpretation, but he didnt do an adequate job in explaining his reasons for interpretation other than giving blanket statements. The book of revelation is called t he revelation of jesus christ, and yet it is treated by so many as a side issue or a secondary matter. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. Larkin, who published several books about biblical studies in the 1910s and 20s, was a dispensationalist, one of the threads of modern evangelical christianity.
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