Each page of scripture is from the king james bible, and is immediately followed by the meaning of that scripture. 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. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. Events surrounding the apostle johns writings john, who wrote the bible s book of revelation, was the longest living apostle. Others think they understand the prophecies of the bibleand this is probably most true of the book of revelation. One of the more eerie parts of the book of revelation includes four figures riding horses. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world coming to an end. Text and comments in parallel columns are provided as an alternate to reading through the details. Dragons and beasts, wrath and grace what does it mean. 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. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st.
The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. 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. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Then go into each of the twenty two chapters of the book of revelation one by one. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. In graphic and figurative form, john describes the breaking of the seven seals. It teaches the importance of substitutionary atonement and of faith in gods revelation of himself to mankind.
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. G if ts, oce and t hepera on of t new testamen church how to study ident ifying the beasts of revelat on jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 1 sunday school quarterly jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 2. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. And there has been much speculation about it some of it bordering on offthewall, but some of it serious and scholarly. Ttws audio guides walk you through each passage in just 5 minutes.
A series of visions, each one leading into the next. Its important theological themes include the doctrines of god, creation, man, sin and salvation. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. He wanted jesus to show these things to his own servants.
The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. The book of life, in this context, is the set of names of those who will live with god forever in heaven. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. Its bible on your screen pastor in your headphones with clear, relatable teaching so you can understand. Genesis is the foundational book to the rest of the bible.
He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Book of revelation commentary on the bible book of. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the.
Revelation was among the last books accepted into the christian biblical canon, and to the present day some. Messages from jesus to the seven congregations revelation 1. John was a christian leader of jewish origin who was in exile on the roman prison island of patmos. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. In part 1 of our 65 part bible study, we are introduced to the most. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. This book of life is also mentioned in revelation 3. Jesus sent his angel to show them to me, his servant john 2 i, john, have written about everything that god showed me.
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. The one thing every christian should be doing but most are not. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret.
Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. 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. It will prepare you for the rest of the material contained here. The book of revelation explained by pastor allen nolan is a teaching. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. Book of revelation biblical interpretations, pictures. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. This commentary has been through advanced checking.
Many christian evangelists and conspiracy theorists believe these events are already. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. I will appoint my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth verse 3. 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. 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. Thoughtful bible students agree almost universally that we are living near the end of the age, and that. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Overview of the book of revelation introduction revelation 119. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. Nowhere does the bible identify these two witnesses by name, although people through the. To access this browsing option, link from any of the 22 chapter. 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. Who are the two witnesses in the book of revelation.
Commentary, interpretation and historical perspective on each book and each verse of the bible. The book of revelation, also sometimes referred to as the apocalypse, contains both literal and figurative prophecies, and both literal and figurative events. The scripture reveals many terrible events that will supposedly precede the second coming of christ, including plagues, earthquakes and locust swarms. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. These are, i guess you could say the two final prophets that the book expects to appear on the earth, like moses and elijah of ancient times in the bible.
Summary of revelation bible summary the bible brief. If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. The book of revelation is perhaps the most mysterious book in sacred scripture. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which.
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