The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. In order to understand it, you need to know a lot of the book of daniel, which is another very difficult book. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. The following facts and principles of interpretation should be understood in order for one to arrive at a correct understanding of the book of revelation. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. Charts on the book of revelation kregel publications. 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.
The book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. The present volume, based upon the publication referred to and intended to supersede it, differs in. This school of interpretation is similar in its teaching. The book of revelation must be taken literal whenever possible. 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. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. In chapter one john records having seen jesus christ himself.
Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. A verse by verse explanation of the book of revelation kindle edition by weick, christine. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. Here is a one page graphic that summarizes the fulfillment of revelation. The seals of gods book, the breaking of which call up the horsemen and. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. Bogart and was given by god to man through his word the bibleand the holy spirit, it explains why god made man, the future of mankind, and the setup of his eternal kingdom. Outline for this study of the book of revelationpages 1, 2, and top of page 3. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The book of revelation can be divided into these three distinct categories. The book of revelation explained volume 1 gospel trumpeter. The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. The patriarch job portrayed this truth as well when he penned the words. The rise and fall of the antichrist appendix four a brief overview of the book of revelation.
Chronological issues in the book of revelation robert l. 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. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading explain this. Outside the canonical books of the bible there are many other extant apocalyptic works. The letter is addressed to seven churches in asia 1. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. Tx001782 2handout8esymbols in the book of revelation. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. 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. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of. The apocalyptic language of the book has caused people to expect literal beasts, horses, etc. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a.
Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of 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. The revelation to john new international version the prologue 1. The book of revelation is the last book of the bible in our canon for good reason. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret.
Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Charles, a critical and exegetical commentary on the luihlation of st. 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. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. Commentary to revelation free online downloadable pdf. Author of revelation in the new cambridge bible commentary series. The book of revelation is one of the most difficult books in the bible. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
A study outline of revelation the church of christ in. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. The bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history bookit tells the present and future just as clearly. Although prophecy is scattered all through the bible, two books focus almost entirely on symbolic representations. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. In the first verse of the book, the apostle john recorded christs words. The first five seals described in the book of revelation are dealt with in 11 verses see revelation 6. Revelation reveals the events of the day of the lord revelation 1. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. The book of the revelation pastor david legge 4 reign of righteousness. The ebook the complete book of revelation is the full explanation of the book of revelations that is found in the bible,it is written by pastor orin e.
In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. 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 testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. A verse by verse explanation of the book of revelation. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful tool for teachers and a helpful guide for. The revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. The things seen and heard during this experience are the things which thou hast seen.
The author endeavors to encourage the persecuted saints of his own day and, by application, the church throughout the ages. The revelation to john new international version the prologue. If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. The revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come. 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. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1. It is most important to understand that the book of revelation does not list the scenes and events in the same order in which they will actually occur. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to.
Book of revelation was written to address this need. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. The book of revelation explained volume 1 the gospel trumpeter. Symbols in the book of revelation use this sheet for reference as you read the book of revelation. It is the final expression of and complement to the prophecies of the jewish prophets. Things which are represent things that are in johns present world. Wilsons charts cover a range of historical, literary, rhetorical, and interpretive issues that will guide the careful student in making more viable interpretations of this difficult yet enriching book. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to courses on the book of revelation in both the church and the academy. The time for understanding the book of revelation is now at hand. So this book is a revelation of jesus christ, not in the sense that matthew, mark, luke and john revealed him, but rather than the humiliated christ, we have.
Revelation depicts the reality of god, thereality of the existence of man, and the reality of the flow of history more precisely in its use of poetic illustrations than human realism could ever achieve. The magnificence of this book has often been overshadowed by the many false views put forth concerning this book. In course of time, the book obtained a circulation, was read, and found favor in quarters where such a reception was least expected. 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 revelation of jesus christ webberville church of christ.
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