By connecting revelation to the old testament prophecies i believe we can understand the book as the first century audience did. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. This commentary has been through advanced checking. 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. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. The book of the revelation study introduction 5 the book of the revelation of jesus christ study introduction i.
A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. Enter for a chance to win this niv cultural backgrounds study bible. What does revelation mean when it says, there was no. 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. How to love god with all your heart by keith simons. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. Studies in introduction, with a critical and exegetical commentary. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st.
Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. 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. 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. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Nothing impure will ever enter it, nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the lambs book of life.
John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. This commentary explains the things that are clear in the song. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. The book of revelation new international commentary on. 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. Here if anywhere we find ourselves in these confusing middle chapters of the book, for the war between the dragon and us will play itself out in the scenes shortly to follow. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. Revelation understanding the bible commentary series. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Sep 30, 2015 darrell johnsons discipleship on the edge.
Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. God makes adam and eve and everything genesis 1224. They are human beings just like you and me for they have been redeemed by christs blood. It now becomes evident that johns visions bring to realization a twopart interpretation of the ancient prophecy addressed to the serpent in genesis 3. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Each group of mourners stands far from the city watching. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. 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. But he has promised the holy spirit to help us understand john 16. It all begins with god by marie wetherill and keith simons.
Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation. Bible students disagree about the meaning and purpose of this book. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with a helpful commentary. The kings, merchants and seafarers of the earth mourn babylons demise with three variations, or stanzas, of the same song 18. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a.
This article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson. Charles, a critical and exegetical commen tary on the revelation of st. 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. So, whenever you open the sacred word, also open your heart to god in prayer, allowing the words of this commentary to direct your thoughts to the scriptures and to the one they tell us about. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Revelation 18 commentary the three laments over babylon. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Revelation 1 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. Beale, new international greek testament commentary nigtc. Without sacrificing scholarly perspective or academic rigor, it is written to be accessible for a wide audience including pastors, scholars. Beasleymurray, the book of revelation, new century bible commen.
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 title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. I will confess his name before my father and before his. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. This commentary deals with the bible text like a picture in words about gods love. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. The primary intent of this literature is to reveal the mysteries of god to believers presently experiencing oppression and suffering. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. 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. There is no reason not to take this literally, that gods new earth will not contain vast areas of salt water spanning. Book of revelation commentary on the bible book of.
The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Epub format suitable for reading on mobile book readers such as the nook. Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. 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. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book is a mosaic of allusions, quotations, and images taken from the jewish scriptures, and it interprets these in terms of the person of christ. And christ sent his angel to show it to his servant john, 2 who has told everything he saw. 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.
Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The book of revelation is one of those books of the bible that anyone can read and come to a completely different understanding than another person that has read the text as well. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. Revelation 9 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary was written by harold norris deals with the symbol rich book of revelation. Revelation 9 commentary norris commentary on the book. The book of revelation is the book that refers to this most often and it is the book that has the text that sounds most problematical, i think.
From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. 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. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. 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. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. These bible commentaries are easy to read and understand. The images in revelation have a foundation in prophetic books of the scriptures. Having read through osbornes baker commentary, some of aunes word commentary, a large portion of beales nigtc, and most. Loizeaux brothers, 1958 ladd, george eldon, a commentary on the revelation of john. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. The word of god is precious and far beyond human wisdom isa. Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software.
I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. An expository journey through the book of revelation. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction.
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. Wallace lived out his later years, holding meetings, writing or rewriting almost of all of his books and writing occasionally for the religious press. As the author of this commentary explains, the very first word of johns composition, revelation, is an essential clue for the interpreter of revelation. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. If one assumes that the book is about the future return of jesus, then the imagery in the book takes on a prophetic value. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of romans. Revelation 12 commentary the dragons departure to the sea. Revelation 4 bible commentary on the book of revelation. 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. 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.
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