In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. This book has some solid, biblical and rational explanations of the symbols contained in revelation it is not sensationalist or farfetched, for the most partbut the explained part of the title is not entirely fulfilled. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Revelation is the only book with a promise of blessing to readers 1.
For our purposes now, let us use the question and answer method to give an overview of what this unknown book, revelation, is all about. Historicism, a method of interpretation in christian eschatology which associates biblical. 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. Proof of rapture simple but concrete proof of pretribulation the seals and revelation revealing revelations true timeline introduction the correct interpretation of the seals is important because it straightens out revelations timeline so nothing is contradicted, either within the book or with other books of the bible. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. The fundamental message of the book of revelation is simple. Depopulation through vaccines and chemtrails by kent hovind part 1. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Book of revelation explained myths debunked youtube. Applying the best available sources of commentary from a variety of scholars, donald and jay parry show that the book of revelation is meant for us to understand and that it is possible to understand it.
Then go into each of the twenty two chapters of the book of revelation one by one. The pentecostal commentary on revelation book depository. In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression. The book of daniel in the old testament is the book of revelation concealed. The following is the forward and a portion of a chapter from a forthcoming book which, in my view, falls in the latter category. G if ts, oce and t hepera on of t new testamen church. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1.
The book of revelation is perhaps the most mysterious book in sacred scripture. At the book of revelation explained page we talk about the book of revelation can be a blessing and encouragement for followers of. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 7 and more. It is a revelation that was received by the apostle john while he was in romanimposed exile on the island of patmos in the eastern mediterranean around 90 a. Is the holy spirit neglected in the book of revelation. According to especially the new testament, pentecostals and. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. The book of revelation is a teachers delight, yet the preacher must tread softly here. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The word revelation means an uncovering, unveiling, a disclosure of truth. Three times, each at a critical break in the sequence of events described in the book of revelation, christ gives more detail to john for clarification.
For example, the holy spirit is never mentioned in the book of revelation. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Im a pastor, seminarian, collectorofbooks, and lover of all things revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The book finishes with a call for all to obey the message of the book and a warning to those who reject what is taught. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to eve rything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The book of revelation is the only book in the new testament that begins by specifically stating its source, the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to himand signified it by his angel to his servant john rev. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. So if this book is revealing something, what exactly is being revealed.
The last book of the new testament is also called the prophecy book and the revelation of jesus christ. Benham, 9780567041142, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. But this view, of itself, is unsatisfactory for many reasons. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The term pentecostal is derived from pentecost, the greek name for the jewish feast of weeks. The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time.
The reason most commentaries fail to enlighten the books contents is because they violate one or more of the three basic principles of sound biblical interpretation. However, johns aim is not to confuse the reader, but rather to bless them revelation 1. It reveals how this wonderful new world will be established and why it will never be destroyed or superseded by any other way of life or. This commentary has been through advanced checking.
On the bible answer man broadcast from 102119, hank answers. It does belong to a tradition of apocalyptic writing, which began in judaism in the second temple period. 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. It will prepare you for the rest of the material contained here. 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 written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. The verse by verse 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 is the only prophetical book in the new testament c.
Yet most people believe that this final book of the bible cannot be understood at allthat its language and symbols are too confusing to make sense. Discover the book of revelation this web site explains the book of revelation, each individual scripture. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Binding of satan and revelation 20, oneness pentecostalism, is. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. The key to bible interpretation, especially for the book of revelation, is to have a consistent hermeneutic. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. The book of revelation in the new testament is the book of daniel revealed.
The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. The reason most commentaries fail to enlighten the book s contents is because they violate one or more of the three basic principles of sound biblical interpretation. Binding of satan and revelation 20, oneness pentecostalism, is marriage biblical. Pentecostalism or classical pentecostalism is a protestant christian movement that emphasises direct personal experience of god through baptism with the holy spirit. The book of revelation explained volume 1 gospel trumpeter. 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. Exploring the book of revelation, prophecy, and apocalyptic literature.
Christians throughout history have given almost unanimous affirmation to the identity of the books author as john the apostle, who had been exiled to the island of patmos by the authorities for preaching the gospel in asia. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. As mentioned before, the books very name means to reveal to unveil, to open to understanding what otherwise could not be comprehended. In other words, the message was conveyed in signs and symbolism revelation 1. Years ago i heard some preach this book of revelation as we do the gospel. 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 revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. The book of daniel is used as a reference in explaining the book of revelation more indepth. The most natural interpretation is the two witnesses are two men god has. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. The interpretation of revelation has been a source of much controversy. Historicist interpretations of the book of revelation wikipedia. Lastly, since revelation is a jewish book, many of the symbols in the text allude to events and language of the old testament. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into.
Apr 28, 2015 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 book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible. It promises that god will institute universal peace, prosperity and cooperation over all the earth immediately after the return of jesus christ. But god is working out a supreme master plan, involving every human being. Revelation 7 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Keys to understanding revelation united church of god. I still thought revelation was about the end of the world, right. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. In graphic and figurative form, john describes the breaking of the seven seals.
The pentecostal commentary on revelation by priscilla c. It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand. 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. This book in the hand of god is symbolical of something. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. Pentecostals elevate the book of acts and parts of pauls first letter to the. There are many symbols and their meanings are seemingly hidden. In other words, it is the way you interpret scripture.
Continuous revelation or continuing revelation is a theological belief or position that god. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. But when the angel gave the message to apostle john nearly all of the contents of the book was signified. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. Revelation 12 explained jesus unveiled revelation is. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. The apostle of jesus and the author of the gospel of john and the three letters of nt. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. While most pentecostals and charismatics believe the bible to be the. 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. Introduction revelation is a confusing book to most people despite the many commentaries written. Contains 22 chapters, 404 verses and 12,000 words 1.
Most of the commentators think it represents the book of revelation, in which case, of course, it would not include the present description of the book itself, but only of its contents as applied to subsequent chapters. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. 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. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of that progenerated from those bringing such an action. 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. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built.
He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Understanding the book of revelation is a timely book as we approach the twentyfirst century. Thank you for the concern, and pray that i will continue to present the truth as fully as god reveals it to me, hiding nothing. These indepth versebyverse studies harmonize the holy bible from genesis to revelation. The book of revelation explainedvolume 1 1 c hapter o ne p art o ne the introductory verses revelation 1. Read revelation 7 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ.
Revelation bears similar features to the book of daniel d. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. The seven year period of antichrists false covenant with israel can be exactly termed as the time of the end daniel 12. The rise and fall of the antichrist appendix four a brief overview of the book of revelation. These indepth verse by verse studies harmonize the holy bible from genesis to revelation. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. And many religious people believe that the book of revelation offers no help anyway, because it cannot be understood.
Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter. Before we can understand this book we must have one thing clearly lodged in our minds. Can you explain the parable of the unjust steward in luke chapter 16. The book of revelation closes its awful description of the judgments which are coming upon the earth by inviting to the sinner, come to christ, and, after one reads and understand the book of revelation, he too will close the book and invite the sinner to, come, and receive, jesus christ as you savior. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
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. If you hang around long enough, youll quickly realize my theological perspective but just to make it easy, ill lay out the basics here. Interpreting the book of revelation and its apocalyptic implications. Twenty years of persecution of pentecostalism in italy. And there has been much speculation about it some of it bordering on offthewall, but some of it serious and scholarly. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. The book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. The word apocalypse means unveiling and thats exactly what the book of revelation isit is a prophetic book that discusses the unveiling of what is going to happen in the nearing end times and what will come with the final revelation of jesus christ.
Edgar lee writes for a classical pentecostal audience, explaining how. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. The book of revelation can be daunting and confusing to read, with its vivid imagery and sounds. Hermeneutics is the study of the principles of interpretation. Come explore the works of temple scholar frank shallieu. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place.
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