When the work is finished he will put on his kingly garments and return to earth to claim his people. Jul 17, 2012 paramhansa yogananda stated that it is a book of yogic wisdom, and he wrote a yet unpublished commentary of several hundred manuscript pages to expound that fact. David guzik commentary on revelation 1 begins with an opening description of the return of jesus, and the vision that john had of jesus. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. This is possible if the seven spirits of god that are before his throne compare 4. I recommend to everyone, christian or not to read this book. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 5 and more.
One of the symbolic pictures given in revelation is that of a throne in heaven around which twentyfour venerable persons known as presbyters are seated. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. Probably more than any book in the bible, revelation requires oodles of. 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. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use of both. This angel is described as producing his own radiance, an attribute often given to god. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. Jeremiah discusses at the national quartet convention his newest book agents of the apocalypse. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. Reviewed by alex soto when a marriage covenant has been breached by harlotry, offended spouses can pursue divorce. In the case of most books of the bible, determining the date of its authorship, while certainly important, is not necessari ly crucial to its interpretation.
A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Socialscience commentary on the book of revelation bruce malina on. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Sep 30, 2015 darrell johnsons discipleship on the edge. A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. Preterist view the book of revelation relates only to the events of the day in which it was written. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the woman. The fall of babylon the great verse 1 1 after these things i saw another angel come down from heaven, having great power, and the earth was illuminated with his glory commentary. Wallace lived out his later years, holding meetings, writing or rewriting almost of all of his books and writing occasionally for the religious press.
Barrick, the testimony of jesus in the book of revelation 10. His approach is reverent, logical, thorough and scholarly. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. Read revelation commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. Read revelation 7 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. Filled with references to the novels, this commentary helps readers get an indepth grasp of the book of revelation from a premillennial view. This is a very readable commentary presented in everyday language by a fine biblical scholar. The author is committed to a conscientious, accurate understanding of this amazing and important book. It belongs to the class of apocalyptic literature in which the divine message is conveyed by visions and dreams. The last twenty years of his life wallace wrote a commentary of revelation, two books on civil government, on the new versions of the bible, on the noninstitutional movement and on modernism.
A group of seminary students finished playing basketball in a gym. There may be an unveiling of understanding that you never before considered. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 18. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation.
The book of revelation was written to do just that. Socialscience commentary on the book of revelation. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship god. This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounces original entry on the book of revelation and reflects more than twenty additional. It is a book should be read in a group, at minimum two persons, to engage in discussion and research.
Aug, 2012 a good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. Such is dangerous as the book itself sets forth many symbols with their meaning. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. 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. In the theology of the book of revelation bauckham explicates how the sound interpretation of the theology of revelation must be based on the proper understanding of the imageries in its original context. 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. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the woman in the wilderness. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the woman in the wilderness pdf download.
Tony garland presents a detailed study of the book of revelation emphasizing prophetic themes from the rest of the bible which find their fulfillment in revelation. Revelation is one of the most debated books of the bible. Oliver buswell jr library commentaries on revelation. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. This concept of justice is founded upon the principle that the punishment must meet and not exceed the crime. The wellness revelation downloadable tools revelation. Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation. Foreword to biologic revelation biologic revelation. Seiss, jesus of the apocalypse by barbara thiering. 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. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Mounces treatment of revelation is now available in a revised edition dated 2008.
Revelation unveiled lays the scriptural foundation for left behind and tribulation force. They acknowledge the infinite fitness and worthiness of the lord jesus for this great work. This series combines history, politics, and theology to explain the book of revelation in light of modern times and world events. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Best commentary on the book of revelation ever written. One of our most fascinating exercises in scriptural interpretation is to study the book of revelation, to ponder its truths, and to discover. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. To understand this controversial book, the author explores the many connections between the visions seen by the apostle john and previous prophetic revelation given to old testament prophets such as daniel, ezekiel, and others. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Here is ancient law of lex talionis eye for an eye which echoes throughout the book of revelation. 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.
The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. 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. 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. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. The theology of the book of revelation by richard bauckham. The rise and fall of the antichrist appendix four a brief overview of the book of revelation. The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the. There is a reason the word revelation is in the books title.
This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounces original entry on the book of revelation and reflects more than twenty additional years of mature thought and the latest in scholarship. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. Dr david jeremiah agents of the apocalypse youtube. The rainbow around the throne shows the beauty to be found in holiness. Wallaces commentary on the book of revelation new testament. We are grateful and praying for you as you do this new thing by making changes from the inside out with.
A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the. Bring your questions and join us for 10 weeks beginning wednesday, january 10, 2018. To understand this controversial book, the author explores the many connections between the visions seen by the apostle john and previous prophetic revelation given to old testament. There was clearly, in the apprehension of the ancients, some natural fitness or propriety in such an emblem. Conventional understanding until recent times was that the book of revelation was written to comfort beleaguered christians as they underwent persecution at. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. The wellness revelation downloadable tools revelation wellness.
Johns grace and peace formula has sometimes been described as trinitarian, centering on father, son and holy spirit. This book is the clearest exposition i have read on the book of revelation. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is needed for understanding, orientation, and motivation. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. A message for the first century many try to take the message of revelation literally and thereby develop many fanciful doctrines. If one assumes that the book is about the future return of jesus, then the imagery in the book takes on a prophetic value. This is the last book of the bible and the only book of the nt that is exclusively prophetic in character. Revelation 1 commentary grace and peace, glory and power. An expository journey through the book of revelation. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. 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. You may have your own personal epiphany concerning health and fitness. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1.
Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. When you roll over each video title and click, it should launch the embedded video link for you to view or podcast to listen to. 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 book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. This sharing of a divine characteristic shows the angels importance, which in turn points to the importance of his. A commentarie upon the book of the revelation internet archive. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 7 and more. 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. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6.
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