Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The greek word for revelations is apokalupsis which literally means unveiling or taking off the cover a we are meant to understand the book of revelation. Some christian scholars in later centuries questioned its authorship, objected to some of its doctrines for instance, its teachings about the millennium or its teaching that people would be judged according to their works, and found its. Because of the contradictory nature of the external evidence, i place more weight on the internal evidence evidence from within the book itself.
Study the sermons of joseph smith relative to the book of revelation. Tho this story be no more than a fiction yet was it founded on a tradition of the first churches, that john was banished into patmos in the days of nero. What the 1945 lost book of revelation reveals about the. If we did not realize already that it takes a lifetime to understand the bible and thats a good thing, the point is driven home when we get to the last book in the biblerevelation. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The was the title given to the book in the latin vulgate3. There are those that believe and preach the whole book of revelation covers matters that are past, present, and future from the day of john, the apostle who wrote the book. Oct 05, 20 what the 1945 lost book of revelation reveals about the future.
From the onset, it is made clear that the last book of the bible is the revelation of jesus christ himself. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Jun 09, 2014 the prophecies of the book of revelation are among the most important parts of the bible, and understanding these words is a crucial component of understanding how the end times will unfold. Death and resurrection passages in the new testament. Obviously, the first church, seal and trumpet cannot be parallel to the first plague. Hahn demonstrates why this littlestudied book contains many of the keys to understanding the gospels. Some of these bold references either contain allusions to witnesses of the resurrection or preserve very. The book of revelation was written in the first century a. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. Most importantly, the end time revelations that are uncovered in revelation show us that the end time is not a onetime event that destroys the planet in. White is professor of classics and christian origins at the university of texas at austin, and acted as historical consultant for apocalypse. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. 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.
Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. To understand this controversial book, the author explores the many connections between the visions seen by the apostle john and previous prophetic revelation given to old testament prophets such as daniel, ezekiel, and others. What the book of revelation reveals about the end times. The book of revelation shows us the antichrist, it shows us gods judgment, it shows us calamity on the earth, it shows us false prophets, mystery babylon, and streets of gold in heaven. He explains that, for those students willing to examine the historical background to the new testament, the book of revelation actually summarizes the central doctrines of. The book of revelation the apocalypse of st john is a book of prophecy, and it has very esoteric interpretations which are not easily understood by the average religious or non religious person of today. Perhaps the greatest gap in interpretation is between those who see the book as primarily future, addressing the absolute end of history from chapter 6 on, and. Oct 01, 2010 the commentary features a 100 page introduction which deals with the traditional questions of introduction as well as a lengthy summary of the theology of the book of revelation. This framework is primarily laid out in daniel and revelation. In this sense the word apocalyptic has a slightly broader meaning, and it.
He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus. Darrell johnson is one of the best preachers that i have had the pleasure of. Revelation is often described as a the revelation of john meaning the revelation to john 1. 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 was written sometime around. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time.
One of our most fascinating exercises in scriptural interpretation. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. Literary structure chiasmus, chiasm of book of revelation chiasmus and concentric structure of whole text. The book of revelation explained by edgar cayce article by kevin williams the final book of the bible is called the book of revelation. 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. Revelation books four views on the book of revelation. The book of revelation often called the book of revelations, 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. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Some of the sections in bold are important apologetical evidence for the historicity of the resurrection. The commentary is relatively short, only 289 pages.
Parker in their new book, the book of revelation made clear published by thomas nelson publishers brings us a downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. When people read the book of revelation they encounter this vast array of symbols. In the preface to the revised edition of commentary mounce states that he still has the same basic approach to the book and he remains a premillennialist, but he has a deeper appreciation for other views of the book. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. John is the stenographer taking the letter, as well as the mailman who delivers it to us. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein. What the book of revelation is laid out according to the plan of. Obviously, the first church, seal and trumpet cannot be parallel to the first plague because it, like the rest of the plagues, are all future. Revelation 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. He who has an ear, let him hear what the spirit says to the churches. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. Here is a list of most of the death and resurrection passages in the new testament. The book of revelation explained volume 4 other publications by the author dan iel and rev at on texts exam ned depressi on did j esu d c nd i to h ll. Interpreting the book of revelation as an allegory of. 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. Often many religious teachers misinterpret many parts of this book also. The website has more information on the commentary and the author. Verse 3 and he that sat was to look upon like a jasper stone and a sardius. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary.
Tony garland presents a detailed study of the book of revelation emphasizing prophetic themes from the rest of the bible which find their fulfillment in revelation. This fine presbyterian scholar is no longer with us, but his. Conventional understanding until recent times was that the book of revelation was written to comfort beleaguered christians as they underwent persecution at. 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. Studies in the book of revelation jack hayford ministries. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand.
Written by a man named john possibly john the apostle toward the end of his life, he records a vision he experiences, probably while dreaming or meditating. But recognizing this comes from understanding how to read this kind of apocalyptic literature. This is to corre spond with the chapters in the revelation. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. He explains that, for those students willing to examine the historical background to the new testament, the book of revelation actually summarizes the central doctrines of faith. This is a very readable commentary presented in everyday language by a fine biblical scholar. Cyclical indices of growth, peace and prosperity contraction, war and depression for 2000 to 2027. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur.
The way the book of revelation is actually written is as a series of kind of unfolding revelations, each one of which gets to something deeper in the story. The key to bible interpretation, especially for the book of revelation, is to have a consistent hermeneutic. A commentary of the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ 20 by cooper p. Hermeneutics is the study of the principles of interpretation. Revelation resources resources for the academic study of. This represents the premillennial view held by fundamentalists and conservatives who correctly see the book of revelation as recording actual past, present and future history. Verse by verse commentary on the revelation a testimony of jesus christ by tony garland. The four horsemen of the sixth chapter of the book of. Literary structure chiasmus, chiasm of book of revelation. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. This book is written as an aid for pastors who want to preach through the book of revelation it might make a good gift for your pastor or your church library.
It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand. It is a personal letter written from him to his church. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. To understand this controversial book, the author explores the many connections between the visions seen by the apostle john and previous prophetic revelation given to old testament. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. Elder mcconkie once said, if you have already fallen in love with johns presentation of the plan of salvation as it is set out in the apocalypse, you are one of the favored few in the church.
It is not by any means exhaustive, but should cover most of the instances. A fun and fascinating way to learn about the book of revelation. David guzik commentary on revelation 1 begins with an opening description of the return of jesus, and the vision that john had of jesus. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin.
In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. G if ts, oce and t hepera on of t new testamen church. The problems of recapitulation in the book of revelation. It starts out simply enough, it is a revelation in greek, apocalypse from jesus christ, it is a prophecy, and it comes as a letter to seven churches. God reveals a basic framework for understanding future events. The revelation of john the divine the argument it is manifest, that the holy ghost would as it were gather into this most excellent book a sum of those prophecies, which were written before, but should be fulfilled after the coming of christ, adding also such things as should be expedient, as well to forewarn us of the dangers to come, as to. Crime is ten times as bad as it was in the good old days. What the 1945 lost book of revelation reveals about the future. In other words, it is the way you interpret scripture.
Revelation is often described as a the revelation of john meaning the revelation to john1 b. This futuristic approach sees the book outlined as follows. Interpreting the book of revelation as an allegory of living. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. This vision contains a tremendous amount of symbolism. 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. Revelation books four views on the book of revelation edited by marvin pate, the revelation of jesus christ by john walvoord, the book of revelation by clarence larkin, revelation revealed by jack van impe, keys to understanding the book of revelation by arthur bloomfield, wrath and glory by david reagan, revelation unveiled by tim lahaye, a commentary on the revelation of john by george.
All of historys events are culminated in this fantastic story of christs ultimate triumph over evil and the restoration of all things to their created design. The time for understanding the book of revelation is now at hand. 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. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The world is destined to terrible destruction in the next few years. Four horsemen in the book of revelation the apocalypse. Revelation chapter 4 coffmans commentary of the new. Current global earthquake map and chilling future world forecast for the end times. The was the title given to the book in the latin vulgate 3. Mcconkie, understanding the book of revelation, ensign september 1975. He finds this blending of johns present and future consistent with the nature of prophecy in the new testament. More than ever, the book of revelation reveals jesus and his ultimate victory for his people. The english title comes from the latin revelatio which in its verb form means to reveal or unveil that which has previously been hidden. As already noted, the prophet preached rather extensively about this book, giving inspired commentary and interpretation as led by the spirit.
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