The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. Revelation is not a book of mysteries but a book of things that god is making clear. The book of revelation in the new testament has the literal title in greek, the apocalypse of john.
Ttws audio guides walk you through each passage in just 5 minutes. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. This serves as a great summary to the book of revelation for those looking for a bible study on the book of revelation as it is found in the new.
There are many interpretations about who the 144,000 are and what their role is in the last days. 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. 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. Write a running verse by verse commentary of a chapter of your choice of the book of revelation should be at least 3 pages 3. These are the things that will happen in the future. Revelation is the only new testament book on which john calvin did not write a commentary. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom.
Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Revelation tyndale new testament commentary by leon l. Persecution of gods people challenges the believers understanding of the extent to which history is under gods control. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. 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. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2.
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 book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. This series is designed to help readers understand what the bible actually says and what it meanseach commentary examines the text section by section, drawing out its main themes. Over 25 days, this reading plan will guide you through all of revelation with daily questions to help you dig deeper. A commentary that many have found very helpful is the message of revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Like all books of the bible, revelation was written in a particular time and. Here is how wilcock outlines the flow of revelation. The visions of revelation challenge us to forsake our complacency and stay. There are some things in the book that may be difficult to understand. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. If you want to better understand the book of revelation. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure.
The book of revelation is one of the most mysterious books of the bible. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning. Can you convey the atmosphere of book of revelation. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. The book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend. I used this commentary while exploring the book of revelation with a womens bible study. It must be read in light of the new testament understanding of the end times or day of the lord. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god.
And the book of revelation is johns record of and commentary on these visions. I saw heaven opened, by michael wilcock part of the bible speaks today series. One, he provides what will become, at least eventually, the normative reinterpretation of the. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. If our interpretation doesnt make sense for the original readers, weve. 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. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Then go into each of the twenty two chapters of the book of revelation one by one. Take the revelation challenge and begin this amazing journey. These are just a handful of things to consider when reading the book of revelation. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The goal of this author is to let the bible explain the bible and give a simple but firm foundation of the principles of the text.
Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. The inclusion of the book in the bible challenges the mainline tendency to. The book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. Its bible on your screen pastor in your headphones with clear, relatable teaching so you can understand.
Having said that, were going to get far more out of the bible if we understand the. Explains how revelation s context and setting can help us understand its original meaning and apply its message to our. An apocalyptic letter, it relies on visions, symbols, and old. 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. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. T he book of the revelation of jesus christ is a fascinating prophecy of the end times. Gods word is just as true in its prophecies as it is in its history. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Louis brighton and the online commentary the book of revelation.
This social practice presented a serious challenge to followers of christ. So, is covid19 one of the seven plagues mentioned in revelation 1617. Certain numbers are used symbolically in the bible. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Dragons and beasts, wrath and grace what does it mean. What augustine does by helping put the book of revelation in the bible really accomplishes two things. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv is just a step away. 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. 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. 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. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The book of revelation describes this moment of satans return and judgment at the end of a 1,000 year period.
Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best. Returning the book of revelation to its historical context st. Dr kaisers share history of interpretation, possible interpretation, application and his own thoughts. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. Bible commentary produced by tow project the book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. The book of revelation new international commentary on the new testament by robert h. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. Christians throughout history have given almost unanimous affirmation to the identity of the book s author as john the apostle, who had been exiled to the island of patmos by the authorities for preaching the gospel in asia.
I would encourage you to first print out a copy of the 22 chapters click here on which you can prayerfully carry out your own inductive bible study, reading the text literally, making your observations of. Commentary on the book of revelation by matthew henry. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Like the other commentaries in this series, the focus is on the message of the book. Revelation brazos theological commentary on the bible. The fact that the book claims to predict future events makes interpretation. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. This page is an indepth bible study of the book of revelation based on the concordia commentary of revelation by dr. The commentary, like others is divided by chapters of the book of revelation.
Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by. Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. The book of revelation course lecture notes dominican scholar. No other new testament book poses more serious and difficult interpretive challenges than revelation. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. It also comments on individual verses and deals with problems of interpretation. Herein ivp in its brazos theological commentary on the bible delivers a fascinating volume on the book of revelation that is a fine resource for ministers, seminary teachers, students, and learned laypeople. Electronic links applying to subject matter contained in the meanings, may be inserted that directs to additional information regarding the subject. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre.
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