This book is a commentary on the book of revelation, written on a popular level yet influenced by scholarship. The seals represent conditions that must first occur before god brings his final judgment upon the world. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. Revelation tyndale new testament commentary by leon l.
The letter is addressed to seven churches in asia 1. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. It was written by john while he was exiled to patmos and discusses end times prophecy, the return of jesus christ, and other revelations. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. They are human beings just like you and me for they have been redeemed by christs blood. It also comments on individual verses and deals with problems of interpretation. You may kindly select the desired chapter to proceed with the bible study. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The author wrote this commentary in feb 2018 in about two weeks.
The real meaning of the bible s book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. Revelations was written some time between 60 and 90 ad. An advocate of source criticism and an expert in early christian prophecy, david aune examines the full range of secular and biblical literature in search of possible sources for the striking literary devices in revelation over three volumes and more than 1,500 pages. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. That this book was written by the apostle and evangelist john, is clear not only from the express mention of his name, and from his office, a servant of jesus christ, revelation 1. Please download a pdf version of the bible study of the book of revelation here please download an ms word version of the bible study of the book of revelation here. 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. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. Used by workplace christians, pastors and scholars. Bible commentary seventhday adventistegw vol 18 pdf. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The book of revelations is the last book in the new testament. Since the text and audio content provided by blb represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource materials are not. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Revelation brazos theological commentary on the bible.
Bible commentary explains the book of revelation verse by verse cutting through a great deal of popular theory. Key to understanding commentaries on revelations is knowing the. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Explore free resources providing a biblical perspective on faith and work. 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. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. 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 is the last book he wrote around 96 ad. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Enter for a chance to win this niv cultural backgrounds study bible.
The book of revelation is rooted in the old testament. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. And the bible closes with another global and universal book. The book of revelation new international commentary on the new testament by robert h. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Come and join us on an exploration of the meaning of the book of revelation in this versebyverse commentary. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Book of revelation matthew henrys bible commentary concise. 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. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture.
It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. The revelation shows what god is going to do with his universe and with his creatures. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. I personally own over 180 commentaries on revelation and garlands. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ.
Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. Revelation then begins to chronicle the events that will occur, beginning with the breaking of the seven seals. Aune, word biblical commentary wbc, thomas nelson, 19971998, 1,869 pp. 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 is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Questions in the lessons contain minimal human commentary, but instead guide students to study to understand scripture. Pretribulational means that he believes that the church both living and dead saints will be raptured to heaven before the seven year great tribulation. Louis brighton and the online commentary the book of revelation. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.
Revelation 4 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Apart from the book of revelation, john has written other bible books which are. 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. Book of revelation matthew henrys bible commentary. The book of revelation is the fulfilment of every biblical prophecy. Book of revelation commentary on the bible book of. Revelation overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary provides a freeflowing commentary on the entire text of each biblical book, along with background material. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible.
Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. The class book material is suitable for teens and adults. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an understanding of the first 39 books of the bible, the old testament. Commentary on the bible book of revelation strange work.
Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. 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. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ in the sense that it belongs to him, he is the one. 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.
Commentary is an allinone bible research useful resource that may aid you higher perceive and apply gods written revelation to all of life. You will search both the old and the new testaments for scripture always explains scripture. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into. The apocalyptic book of revelation uses symbols and old testament references to reveal a pattern of human rebellion and gods plan to overcome evil forever and create a new world. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of revelation. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Please use the link provided below to generate a unique link valid.
You can find the best commentary on revelation for. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. This page is an indepth bible study of the book of revelation based on the concordia commentary of revelation by dr. Ryries perspective is pretribulational and premillennial.
Study revelation using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. This series is designed to help readers understand what the bible actually says and what it meanseach commentary examines the text section by section, drawing out its main themes. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture.
Bible study, reading the text literally, making your observations of the text. This workbook on the book of revelation was designed for use in bible classes, family study, or personal study. It cannot be understood without knowing the ot prophets ezekiel and daniel especially, nor without knowing the words of the lord jesus in matthew 24. About the bible only revelation commentary the author is a firm believer in the wordforword inspiration and all sufficiency of the bible. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1.
The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. Afterwards, you will agree with me that revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Herein ivp in its brazos theological commentary on the bible delivers a fascinating volume on the book of revelation that is a fine resource for ministers, seminary teachers, students, and learned laypeople. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete.
The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Study revelation 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better. And we will discover how to apply the truths of revelation. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The image and superscription of this book are truly sacred and divine, and the matter of it agreeable with other prophetical books, particularly ezekiel and daniel. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it.
Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. The author and date of revelation the book s author was obviously john revelation 1. 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. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. Mar 14, 2017 revelation is the only new testament book on which john calvin did not write a commentary. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible by tim lahaye and timothy parker jul 15, 2014 4. You will also find options for commentaries on revelation that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Revelation 616, and revelation 1722 word biblical commentary. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. Christ had already taught his disciples and daniel that revelation commentary. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. Christians for christ ministries book of revelation.
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