Few in history have understood the revelations of this book better. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. Without a thorough understanding of the rest of scripture most of revelation will neither make sense nor be appropriately appreciated. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. A conjecture concerning the design of the book may be safely indulged. Unless it is there at this time, then the rocks and mountains will be our destination. Reading the book of revelation is like stepping inside a red corvette.
Nov 01, 2002 osborne has written a massive yet manageable treatment of the new testaments concluding book. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. Book of revelation the new international greek testament. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship god. 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. Obviously, having the slide presentations along with the audio is a huge plus. How important it is to have ones name written in the lambs book of life.
It is the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him. Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. 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. I do a lot of driving for my job, so that is why i have had the opportunity to listen so many times. For an explanation of the history of salvation, see the overview of the bible, pp. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Sep 30, 2015 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. 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 20 is the twentieth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in. 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. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is presented in scripture as imminent, but.
When the work is finished he will put on his kingly garments and return to earth to claim his people. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. G if ts, oce and t hepera on of t new testamen church. 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. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right.
The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. God help each one of us to have every sin confessed and forgiven so our names will remain in the book. Tyndale, 1983, 14 implies that other literalists have employed figurative interpretations where literalisms rules of interpretation at least allow for a literal interpretation. A scientific and devotional commentary on the book of revelation wheaton, il. Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which bible. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. If you have the time, a thorough reading of this book will richly reward your understanding of bible prophecy. Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood moon. A fun and fascinating way to learn about the book of revelation. The key to understanding the book of revelation is to interpret it as literally as possibleit says what it means and means what it says.
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. 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. In one account it is the story of poor visitors in bethlehem who give birth to a child destined to cause the fall and rising of many in israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed, with a warning to the mother that. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. We will only recognize jesus christ in this book if we know him already. The commentary proper is on the english text, only rarely does he deal with greek directly and always in transliteration. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. If you opt into any of our email based resources including product downloads, e. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. 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. This book is the clearest exposition i have read on the book of revelation.
Socialscience commentary on the book of revelation. A commentary based on a study of twentythree psychic discourses by edgar cayce edgar cayce on. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. It should be the last book of the bible that anyone seeks to become an expert on. The mystery of christmas is unfolded in various ways in the new testament. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. While clearly conversant with current scholarship, the commentary is written with the pastor or teacher in mind and will be of real value to anyone planning to preach in revelation. Commentary on the book of revelation or, a disclosure from jesus christ about what must shortly come to pass by tom stewart chapters 119 only in progress question.
Because of the contradictory nature of the external evidence, i place more weight on the internal evidence evidence from within the book itself. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. 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. This makes for an easyreading commentary for the laymen.
One of the strengths of the byu new testament commentary series is that it. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Reading the book of revelation is like stepping inside a red corvette, strapping on the seat belt, and holding on for dear life as the car drives itselfroaring up. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by.
The book of revelation is placed last in the bible for good reason. Darrell johnson is one of the best preachers that i have had the pleasure of. Revelation baker exegetical commentary on the new testament. The revelation of john the apostle byu new testament. 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 was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Aug, 2012 occasionally he weighs alternate views of the book in the commentary, as he does in treating the measuring of the temple in rev 11, for example. As was stated, this emphasizes the human nature of our lord jesus christ. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Socialscience commentary on the book of revelation bruce malina on. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible.
A commentary of the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ 20 by cooper p. 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. White is professor of classics and christian origins at the university of texas at austin, and acted as historical consultant for apocalypse. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth.
Revelation 12 commentary two great signs and their. That the god of our lord jesus christ, the father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. An ancient commentary on the book of revelation this is a new critical edition, with translation and commentary, of the scholia in apocalypsin, which were falsely attributed to origen a century ago. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. 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. God would not have given it to us if its meaning were entirely a mystery. Book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. Jan 02, 2020 in these chapters god tells us what eternity with him will be like. 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. These commentaries are designed to help the reader of the bible understand what the text says and what it means.
Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected. Introduction to the book of revelation its current significance. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or personal bible study by david e pratte mar 28, 2014 4.
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