The author was probably a christian from ephesus known as john the elder. 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 1 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. In the book of revelation, god has also shared his plan for the future of the world and humanity. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. For more on john the apostle, see the introduction in the life application bible commentary on the gospel of john. The book of revelation is the fulfilment of every biblical prophecy. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. This chapter is an introduction to the latter part of the prophecies of this book.
Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Revelation was among the last books accepted into the christian biblical canon, and to the present day some. Mounces commentary is brief because he does not spend the time searching for johns sources or worrying over potential parallels. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by bible. Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Mounce is very clear with a good understanding of apocalyptic genre and a cautious premillennial hermeneutic. 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. 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 chapter 4 coffmans commentary of the new. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. The book of revelation primarily concerns the second coming of christ. In this revised edition of the classic 1977 work the book of revelation nicnt, based on thenestlealand greek new testament, mounce has expands his work to reflect more than twenty additional years of working with revelation, its text, and the scholarship that surrounds it. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with a helpful commentary.
From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. For this reason, this study guide commentary is designed to provide an introduction to each book of the bible. Come explore the works of temple scholar frank shallieu. Second principle the second principle is to identify the literary units. Free bible commentaries on daniel and the revelation, ezra, amos, isaiah. 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 awardwinning expositors bible commentary, now available in this handy softcover edition, has established itself as one of the leading and most practical evangelical commentaries. Dragons and beasts, wrath and grace what does it mean. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. As people rejoiced over the fall of assyria and babylon in the ot, now holy angels cf. Customers who bought this item also bought these digital items. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Written by john, one of the apostles of christ, the book is addressed to the seven christian churches in asia minor, whose members were being persecuted by roman officials. 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.
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. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for use by scholars, students, pastors, and laypeople. Extensive verse by verse explanation, illumination and clarification of this prophetic book seen though the lens of middle east culture and the ancient near east.
Osbourne becnt, 2002 is also good for survey of views. It is well worth noting that the book of revelation opens with a blessing on the reading of it whether it was a public or private reading. Written for pastors and bible students, it is scholarly and comprehensive without being overly academic. The bible today this new edition of the commentary retains the virtues of the first. The book we are about to study is the revelation of jesus christ, given to him by god the father, and revealed by the lord jesus to john the beloved on the isle of patmos. Revelation commentary introduction to revelation revelation chapter 1 revelation chapters 23. Jan 31, 2017 the insights tom has gained from memorizing the entire book of revelation and the great contributions they offer to bible students. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation.
Revelation 11 bible commentary on the book of revelation. But revelation 14 shows who is really triumphant, powerful, and in control. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Some people say that the book of revelation is a sealed book and that it cannot be understood. Revelation catholic commentary on sacred scripture ebook. Baker book house, 1979 home about these commentaries on the books of the bible. God is revealing great events that will take place in the future. Mounces greatest strength is interacting with, unpacking, and evaluating the various theories, studies, and. Interpreters have no right to isolate one aspect of truth by excluding others. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. This article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson.
The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Revelation from the holy bibles new testamentbook of. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The very name of this book disproves the common assumption that it cannot be understood. Mounce, says, judging from the amount of attention given by many writers to the first ten verses of chapter 20, one would judge it to be the single most important segment of the book of revelation.
You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. 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. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Commentaries for the book of revelation the title 1. John, or the apocalypse, is the only prophetic book in the new testament. Beale the book of revelation new international greek testament commentary, 1999. Obviously, your preference for a revelations commentary will depend on your theology.
He which testifieth these things saith, surely i come quickly revelation 22. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 14. The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey.
In the book testimonies to ministers by eg white page 114, the lord will bless all who will seek humbly and meekly to understand that which is revealed in the revelation. Apocalypsis can mean to uncover, show, disclose, unveil, bring to light, make known a mystery, or reveal something not known or hidden. These indepth versebyverse studies harmonize the holy bible from genesis to revelation. Complete bible commentary on the book of revelation chapter 11 with king james bible text. Four views is a comprehensive, evenhanded resource that offers a clear, fair presentation of four of the most important interpretations of the book, allowing you to evaluate. The tendency of many interpreters at this point is. At the end of revelation, it almost seemed like satan and the antichrist might win. The book of revelation old and new testament bible. Revelation overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr. The two witnesses 1 and there was given me a reed like unto a rod. Ttws audio guides walk you through each passage in just 5 minutes. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place.
Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for. Verse 3 and he that sat was to look upon like a jasper stone and a sardius. This commentary has been through advanced checking. While the commentary is quite aware that john stands on the foundation of the hebrew bible and that there is parallel material in other jewish apocalypses, mounce wrote his initial version of this commentary prior to the rise of scholarly preoccupation with. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. Readers dont have to guess or research where revelation was written. Whether what is contained between this and the sounding of the seventh trumpet be a distinct prophecy from the other, or only a more general account of some of the principal things included in the other, is disputed by our curious enquirers into these abstruse writings. It cannot be understood without knowing the ot prophets ezekiel and daniel especially, nor without knowing the words of the lord jesus in matthew 24. And remember, faith comes by hearing, and hearing through the word romans 10. The results of toms own careful, personal bible study and lengthy exposure to jewish thought and practice while living in israel. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. And at the end of the story, two things stand out to me.
This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. Hebrews revelation the expositors bible commentary book david e. Studies in introduction, with a critical and exegetical commentary. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. 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. God gave it to him to show his servants the things that must happen soon. Tom meyer combines research, memorization and his higher education in the land of the bible to reveal fascinating insights, explanations, and cultural comments on the book of revelation. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. An analysis and exposition of the last book of the bible.
George eldon ladd a commentary on the revelation of john 1972. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. Complete bible commentary on the book of revelation chapter 1 with king james bible text. The divine origin, the design, and the importance of this book. Explore the four traditional interpretations of the book of revelation in this indepth, versebyverse overview. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an. In this addition to the wellreceived catholic commentary on sacred scripture ccss, seasoned new testament scholar and popular speaker peter williamson interprets revelation from within the living tradition of the church for pastoral ministers, lay readers, and students alike. About the seriesthe seventeenvolume ccss series, which will cover the entire new testament, relates scripture to. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. Despite the many different interpretations of daniel and revelation, the bible says that the wise will understand them. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Its bible on your screen pastor in your headphones with clear, relatable teaching so you can understand. Revelation is the greek word apocalypsis, where we derive our english word apocalypse from.
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