We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. 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. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. The foundations and pillars ministry 1204 besstown rd beersheba springs tn 37305. 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. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. If you want to better understand the book of revelation. Commentary to revelation free online downloadable pdf. The message of revelation is as relevant today as ever before, as our world seems to be descending into chaos. The book of revelation is the book for the present hour. The book of revelation explained by edgar cayce article by kevin williams the final book of the bible is called the book of revelation. It is the authors effort to share his insights about gods word for the purpose of instructing and edifying others in the knowledge and wisdom found in scripture. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The book of revelation explained volume 4 preface you will notice that the book of revelation explained, volume 4, begins with chapter 12, not chapter 1, and ends at the conclusion of chapter 14.
Charles, a critical and exegetical commentary on the luihlation of st. If you hang around long enough, youll quickly realize my theological perspective but just to make it easy, ill lay out the basics here. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. But after generations of reaping these blessings, vast numbers will choose their own way, turning their backs on god. Charts on the book of revelation kregel publications. Revelation 7 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. This commentary has been through advanced checking. This book is gods open letter to us and contains critical information about our future. 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. Study guide to the book of revelation framepoythress. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Insists that the events of chapters 622, are yet future, and that those chapters literally and symbolically depict actual people and events yet to appear on the world scene.
Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. Free download or read online matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible pdf epub book. Readers dont have to guess or research where revelation was written. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of evil and his recreation of the world for the redeemed. To understand revelation one must draw upon our knowledge of genesis, ezekiel, daniel, zechariah, and parts of the old and new testaments.
Jun 17, 2018 the book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. Pdf matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible book by. The prophet daniel was told to seal up the words of his prophecy until the time of the. Whenever john spoke to the seven churches, he was addressing the complete church. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. I think that the key to the book of revelation is that it has an incredibly ornate and lush imagery. All 101 pages of the revelationwithdaniel notes can be purchased and downloaded here as a printable pdf. 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. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man.
Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. A commentary on the book of th e revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. In the first verse of revelation, chapter one, we are told that the contents of the book are. The main characters of this religion, religion story are. Books of the bible explained scripture by scripture. These indepth versebyverse studies, covering thousands of pages, represent more than 30 years of the ministry of bible scholar frank shallieu. And many religious people believe that the book of revelation offers no help anyway, because it cannot be understood. The book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. The book of revelation bold type and underlining of scripture text have been added for emphasis your questions and comments are welcome note. Temple second edition 2011 thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. Revelation chapters 419, is a commentary on the events of daniels seventieth week daniel 9.
The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. Read revelation 7 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. 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. The magnificence of this book has often been overshadowed by the many false views put forth concerning this book. I still thought revelation was about the end of the world, right. You encounter these fantastic figures who play some role in the drama of the end, whether it be. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness.
That the lord will bless the revelation explained to the good of his church upon earth and grant it a place, however small, in the cause of present truth, is my earnest prayer. Revelation 1 2 he declareth what kind of doctrine is here handled, 8 even his that is the beginning and ending. So, stop reading this commentary right now and go read revelation for yourself. Revelation than in any other book in the bible, but they are either explained there or in some other part of the scriptures. The old and new testaments harmonize in declaring gods plan for mankind down through. If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. In order for one to understand any symbol correctly he should find a sufficient number and variety of the same symbol elsewhere in scripture and study carefully the truths of those identical symbols, which are explained in scripture. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. God is showing the past, present, and the unfolding of future history. The apocalyptic language of the book has caused people to expect literal beasts, horses, etc. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Complete assurance the date of the book of revelation would.
In the first verse of the book, the apostle john recorded christs words. The book of revelation the culmination of prophecy someone has written an exposition of the book of revelation in two parts and entitled his volumes the crown jewel of prophecy. For example, the prophetic book of daniel uses similar language and symbols. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1. Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter. Andy is the senior pastor of sugar land bible church. This school of interpretation is similar in its teaching. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The first edition of the novel was published in january 1st 1710, and was written by matthew henry. 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.
Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. While revelation offers many details on the tribulationeven if they are often couched in the mystery of symbolic languageit is the final four chapters that dictate the overall message of the book. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. And, shockingly, this cycle will unfold againresulting in the punishment detailed in revelation. This interest grew even stronger when i began to teach the book of revelation in a bible school on java and wrote a commentary on revelation in the indonesian language. 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. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. The first volume deals with the prophecies found in the old testament. The revelation of jesus christ webberville church of christ. The book of revelation could not be understood apart from the book of daniel.
However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. Do the words mean what they say in a literal sense or do they imply another meaning. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. 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. The book of revelation unveiled united church of god. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 7 and more.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Book of revelation notes ultimate bible reference library. Many of its visions and figures of speech are clearly explained. Im a pastor, seminarian, collector of books, and lover of all things revelation.
A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. The revelation to john new international version the prologue 1. Understanding daniel and the revelation plus supplementary material by p. You will notice that the book of revelation explained, volume 4, begins with chapter 12, not chapter 1, and ends at the conclusion of chapter 14. When the passover was observed, after seven days its observance was complete. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. No one can understand the book of revelation who does not understand the book of daniel. Click on a book listed below which will take you to its introduction page. First, is the book of revelation symbolic or literal. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by the teacher for an absence. For more on john the apostle, see the introduction in the life application bible commentary on the gospel of john. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. Revelation explained part 1 jesus unveiled revelation is.
Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Write a running verse by verse commentary of a chapter of your choice of the book of revelation should be at least 3 pages 3. This is to corre spond with the chapters in the revelation. A message of hope contrasting the spiritual darkness in christendom with the bright kingdom promise of peace, prosperity, health, life, liberty, and eternal. The book of revelation explainedvolume 1 1 c hapter o ne p art o ne the introductory verses revelation 1. About the bible only revelation commentary the author is a firm believer in the wordforword inspiration and all sufficiency of the bible. The final volume deals exclusively with the book of revelation.
Afterwards, you will agree with me that revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand. A commentary on the book of th e 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. A commentary on the book of the revelation based on a study of twentythree psychic discourses by edgar cayce contents pages the lords prayer and the seven centers diagram 6 extracts from the readings 7 the book of the revelation with the edgar cayce readings. Highlights of the book of revelation 1925 indianapolis, indiana. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers.
Written by a man named john possibly john the apostle toward the end of his life, he records a vision he experiences, probably while dreaming or meditating. It is the revelation of jesus christ to show his servants revelation 1. However, even though the book of revelation is written in symbols, the bible explains itself in a literal language. The book of revelation explained volume 1 gospel trumpeter. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of and is available in hardcover format. It is the revelation about jesus christ as ultimate judge, which gives us a synthetic view of both daniel and the olivet discourse. Every statement is to be taken to mean for exactly what is written unless such interpretation is highly improbable to spiritual reason, or against scripture elsewhere. Buckingham professor of new testament criticism and interpretation. Joshua and israel went around jericho seven days and seven times on the seventh day, and then victory was complete.
The importance of understanding, interpreting, applying, and then. The book of revelation must be taken literal whenever possible. 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. Revelation 422, reveals the future end time events that extend into the future unto eternity and establishes this as the end of gods revelation to man.
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. 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. The revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come. Chapters cover the introduction to the revelation and the seven letters to the seven churches of asia and are.
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