This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. Commentaries for the book of revelation the title 1. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. 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 holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. 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. Ramsey michaels strives to restore revelation to its rightful status as a prophetic letter of testimony. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a.
The appendices contain some extensive studies of individual topics, correlating information not easily obtainable elsewhere. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. According to this approach, much of the book deals with the apostasy of the roman catholic church, followed by the reformation and the restoration. The first chapter of revelation is so profound it supports many of the foundational truths of christian theology in just the first ten verses.
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 revelation of jesus christrevelation of jesus christ. Many of the signs and visions of the book of revelation came to john through the supervision of an angel revelation 5. Socialscience commentary on the book of revelation. This book is like a great union station where the great trunk lines of prophecy come in from other portions of scripture.
This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Often, spiritual revelation by the holy spirit involves a transporting of the prophet, physically or in a. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice. All prophetic revelation has its origin in the holy spirit 1pe. Revelation 111 macarthur new testament commentary macarthur. 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.
Join john macarthur as he explains each verse in a way. A new commentary on the book of the revelation by j. 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. This is really more of an ongoing read, as i am using it as i go thru a bible study based on revelation. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Covering a wide range of topics and viewpoints from the nineteenth and early twentieth century, each volume seeks to clear the confusion associated with this book and. Revelation issues a clarion call to faithful living in the face of the threat of persecution and the temptation to compromise, a call we need to hear today.
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 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. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. 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. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.
What has been worthwhile to me is to understand the type 0f literature that the people to whom the book was written would have been familiar with. This first of two volumes on revelation offers systematic and thorough interpretation of the book of revelation. The revelation of jesus christ revelation of jesus christ. Interpretations of the book of revelation are numerous and varied. Buy a cheap copy of revelation ivp new testament commentary. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. The preterist view focuses on firstcentury social analysis of johns environment. He presented ideas that was worth considering from his study. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Another interpretation sees revelation as a prophetic survey of the history of the church.
Revelation 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. Yet god wants his children to know this book, and blessings are stored up for those who study its riches. We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. The book concludes with a versebyverse background guide to the contents of the message the risen lord sent to his church. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. He continues, along with the rest of scripture, revelation indicates that theology is a study of history and of gods activity in history 2. In other words, revelations meaning transcends both its originative context and the lastdays. Smith 2004, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. This monumental commentary on the book of revelation, originally published in 1999, has been highly acclaimed by scholars, pastors, students, and others seriously interested in interpreting the. The book of revelation, also called the apocalypse of john, encourages christians to be faithful to their lord, jesus christ, through a rich mixture of symbolism. Classic commentaries and studies on revelation 27 vols. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw.
Jesus sent this message by his angel to his servant john. If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The seals of gods book, the breaking of which call up the horsemen and. The uses of important terms in the revelation are cataloged, and their interpretation is derived from their context.
We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. 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. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of. Hinds who wrote the gospel advocate commentary on revelation held this view. This commentary has been through advanced checking. A commentary on the book of revelation 9780892254460 by john t. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general.
What an orthodox bishop thinks you should know about the book of revelation june 11, 20 joel j. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 5 the book of the revelation with the edgar cayce readings as given for each chapter chapters 122, with interpretation 91 toward a better understanding of the book of the revelation, a group project. It is a revelation apocalypse, which is an unveiling. Teach the text commentary paperback 9780801075452 by j. Most interpretations of revelation fail to take seriously what john saw and consequently fail to comprehend the value of his vision to christians of every age. Many of the older brethren, and older commentaries, took this view. A commentary on the book of revelation i had never heard of this commentary by j. Rosscup michaels takes no stand on authorship by the apostle john, using arbitrary reasoning against it 1819.
Wood summarizes the historical origins and the biblical evidence for the concept of the rapture a study that reveals a startling conclusion about the topic as a whole. Ladd, george eldon, a commentary on the revelation of john, 1972, premillennial. One view suggests that the book indirectly describes events in john s own time. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. 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. Cyril barber the ministers library volume 3 this is not a commentary on the book of revelation, but a wellinformed book that introduces readers to the intricacies of interpretation and theology of johns vision. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. God gave it to him to show his servants the things that must happen soon. The book of revelation is the last book in the canon of the new testament, and its only apocalyptic document, though there are short apocalyptic passages in various places in the gospels and the epistles. Leithart defines revelation as a book of poetic prophecy, which describes historical events mostly under the cover of evocative archetypal symbols. He also is flimsy and misrepresenting in remarks against a futurist approach, as if simply not properly informed of how better futurist thinkers explain details, and unfair to them 23. Jun 17, 2018 the book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. Lexham geographical commentary on the acts through revelation.
The book of revelation is arguably the most mysterious and controversial book of the bible, and classic commentaries and studies on revelation provides a massive amount of historical and solid analysis of this book of prophecy. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which 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. Miller patheos explore the worlds faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality. It was his servant john, and the best evidence points to this being the apostle. The distinguishing feature of this commentary is its use of biblical statistics and comparisons. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of. Jun 11, 20 what an orthodox bishop thinks you should know about the book of revelation june 11, 20 joel j. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Revelation 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this work deals with the final book of the new testament and bible. This first of two volumes on revelation offers systematic and.