A serious student of the bible has to get interested in the book of revelation. Mcconkie book of revelation overview, ensign article seeing the book of revelation as a book of revelation, gerald n. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. 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. This commentary has been through advanced checking. 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. Few biblical books have been as revered and reviled as revelation. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible.
It is the only book of the new testament classified as apocalyptic literature rather than didactic or historical. Buy the book of revelation new international commentary on the new testament revised, subsequent by mounce, robert h. The god of the old testament is the same as the one that you believe in as a catholic i. Revelation to john, last book of the new testament. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people.
A brief commentary on the book of revelation introduction. 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. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. David aune s massive commentary on the book of revelation is another that should be consulted by every serious student of scripture. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor.
It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. Aug, 2012 revelation commentaries can be frustrating to many readers because they do not always answer the questions people have about the final book of the new testament. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. God help each one of us to have every sin confessed and forgiven so our names will remain in the book. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. The book of revelation new international commentary on the. After all, its the only book in the whole bible to which god has attached a special blessing and an awful curse.
The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. If you have already fallen in love with johns presentation of the plan of salvation as it is set out in the apocalypse, you are one of the favored few in the church. Commentary on revelation book 2 commentary on the book. With the logos edition, all scriptures are linked to the bibles in your library, making study fast and easy. And now to complete the seals we have to turn to the 8th chapter of revelation, so we will have to go forward and skip the seventh chapter to return later. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation.
Written by leading scholars, the focus on essays are designed to stimulate thought and to explore in depth topics of interest in the field of. 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. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. Classic commentaries and studies on revelation 27 vols. A commentary based on a study of twentythree psychic discourses by edgar cayce 9780876040034 by edgar cayce and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The book of revelation the new international greek testament. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. 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. There are some excellent commentaries on revelation, but a great many more which are just plain bad.
A critical edition of the scholia in apocalypsin with commentary and an english translation, cambridge university press, 20. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Oct 01, 2009 one receives heightened awareness that this book of the revelation of jesus christ is a book vital to the understanding of biblical truth at this point in history in addition to being a text on how to feel safe and secure while endtime events unfold.
The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. A beneficial study tool welcome to revelationcommentary. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. Teachings and commentary for the book of revelation. The voice from heaven ends as it began, with a direct appeal to gods people. 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. 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. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. Once cassians texts are scrutinized, one finds an entire library, both christian and greek, condensed in his succinct statements. It is a communication or unfolding of the details of future things by our lord jesus christ. Wallace lived out his later years, holding meetings, writing or rewriting almost of all of his books and writing occasionally for the religious press.
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. Among the 30 or so similar books that appeared in the first through third. The greek word apokalupsis is translated as revelation or disclosure of the truth of things previously unknown. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur.
The book of revelation the new international commentary on the new testament. The book of revelation the new international commentary on. Judgment chapter i opening message revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. 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. 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.
Revelation 18 commentary the last appeal to the people of. A majority of biblical scholars attribute the writing of this book to john ibn zebedee son of zebedee, but some disagree. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. This new book the book of revelation a study is available to download as a kindle ebook or pdf as the footnotes in the book bear out, most of this new book is a bringing together of various commentaries on revelation, leaning heavily on my favorite and very readable commentary, more than conquerors. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. Many hail it as the pinnacle of prophetic vision, the cornerstone of the. 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. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ.
A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. You might want to take a closer look at the book of revelation and pay special attention to the plagues that god keep in mind this is the being who is holding your atoms together right now unleashes on humanity in judgment of sin. David pawson a commentary on the book of revelation. 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. Our title to the following pages indicates our adherence in some sense to the interpretation of the book of revelation which makes the body of it the nineteen chapters upon which we are entering apply to what is still for us future. The book of revelation focuses on the future and can produce two reactions among christians. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary.
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