Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter rwd 20191219t20. 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. This references the book of ezekiel, but perhaps works more in conjunction with the book of revelation itself. An inscription, declaring the original and the design of it v. Revelation 7 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. The chapters of these volumes are designated in this manner for ready reference sake. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. It is most important to understand that the book of revelation does not list the scenes and events in the same order in which they will actually occur. It describes the river of life and the tree of life that will be in the new jerusalem.
The seven trumpets is the sound cycle of seven that appears in the book of revelation. Johns assignment to write about the sooncoming day of yahovah the l ord. 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. This book shows us the antichrist, it shows us gods judgment. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. The focus of this chapter of revelation is the physical return of the lord jesus christ to the planet earth to sit upon his throne, i.
Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. The book of revelation provides the clearest biblical portrait of the events of the tribulation, dealing with the specifics of that terrible time chapters 418. I found this commentary book easy to understand and follow, while some of the other revelation commentaries provided a deeper level of interpretation. 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 series is explained by pastor steven anderson and i found. Revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god. As explained in our article mark of the beast, the beast in the book of revelation is a continuation of the fourth great historical empire the roman empire prophesied in daniel 7. Seven trumpets are sounded seen in chapters 8, 9, and 12. Jesus christ writes to his churches in the 1st and 21st centuries. Its about the conflict between light and darkness, between the kingdom of christ and the kingdom of satan. Revelation complete bible book chapters and summary new. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title.
Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 19 by tom. The greek word semeion, which is translated as wonder, sign, or miracle, is used to describe a woman clothed with the sun. Which was open in contrast to the scroll of revelation 5, this little book is opened. Revelation bible study part 8 the throne room, chapter 4. It is clear that, though israel may elsewhere designate. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god.
Nowhere does the bible identify these two witnesses by name, although people through the years have. I went into the study as a trinitarian, but left the study out of obvious necessity as a believer in the one true god. Here in chapter 10, john sees a mighty angel and is instructed to symbolically eat a little scroll. Revelation chapter 12 contains a description of a woman, who is clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and a crown of twelve stars atop her head. From the outset, we are given the most important truth about the book of revelation. I will appoint my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth verse 3. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world.
Salvation, and glory, and honour, and power, unto the lord our god. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. And there came one of the seven angels which had the seven vials, and talked with me, saying unto. The woman in the wilderness 1 and there appeared a great wonder in heaven. Dec 24, 2019 this chapter and the whole book of revelation is about life in this world between the first and second advents of christ. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Jan 14, 2020 thats what the book of revelation does. Its about the conflict between the truth and falsehood. The book is all about jesus christ, and it is his self revelation. It provides many different viewpoints of the same events.
A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the. Finally chapter 19 brings in christ appearing on earth. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 11. This kingdom was prophesied to receive a deadly wound before rising again prior to the end of this age revelation. He wanted jesus to show these things to his own servants. Discover the book of revelation each scripture is explained. The second coming of jesus christ 1 and after these things i heard a great voice of much people in heaven, saying, alleluia. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The book of revelation is arranged in this threepart structure.
Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The nature and purpose of the book is explained in the first chapter. Revelation 22 epilogue and final warnings revelationlogic. Book of revelation explained verse by versedownload the study notes for this study here. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author. Revelation 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. In fact, revelation ends with a sober warning to anyone who seeks to add this final chapter of divine revelation. Yet, the book of revelation is far more than an apocalyptic prophecy. Who are the two witnesses in the book of revelation.
So the primary purpose of chapter 1 is to establish jesus christ as the books author. The current phrase the book of revelation is at once connotative of the apocalypse of john on patmosbut the whole bible is the book of revelation from god to man, and is the culmination of a divine pattern and policy of gods communication with man. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to show unto his servants things which. Revelation chapter 21 discover the book of revelation. Revelation these are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. Revelation the last book in the bible was written to tell us about the futureespecially the final conflict between god and satan, and the triumph of jesus christover all the powers of evil and death and hell. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which. Revelation complete bible book chapters and summary. Some of it remains secret, for example what the thunders said. Chapter by chapter commentary on the bible prophecy of revelation by reverend herbert melville munson, jr. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside. In chapter 10, an angel has the book and it is opened. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1.
This chapter is brief, introducing an interlude between the sixth and seventh trumpet judgments. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, a 2 who gives witness to the word of god and to the testimony of jesus christ by reporting what he saw. Commentary on revelation chapter 14 theology first. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter.
The one thing every christian should be doing but most are not. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. The tapestry of this 12th chapter of the revelation first introduces the woman that produces the messiah 12. Then go into each of the twenty two chapters of the book of revelation one by one. Thats right, all the events can be placed within the timeline of the first 6 seals. Thus, when studying a chapter in the book of revelation, you will be able to turn to the same numerical chapter in the corresponding volume of the book of reve lation e xplained. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the woman. This book of the revelation tells what is in that scroll. Revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave. Like the seven seals, the trumpets can be divided into two cycles. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube.
Outline for this study of the book of revelation pages 1, 2, and top of page 3. Summary and analysis the book of revelation cliffsnotes. Jesus sent his angel to show them to me, his servant john 2 i, john, have written about everything that god showed me. I was required to read the entire book in eight weeks, along with several more commentaries on the book of revelation. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of christ. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. Book of revelation explained verse by versedownload the study notes for. She is being pursued by a great red dragon, whose tail has swept a third of the stars from heaven and cast them to earth.
This final chapter of revelation summarizes the goal of the entire book. Throughout revelation, john mentions martyrdom frequently, identifying antipas by name revelation 2. Chapter 10 is almost entirely about a little book held in the hand of a mighty angel. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. And jesus christ is a witness that this message is the word of god. The book of revelation is the only apocalyptic book in the new. The divine origin, the design, and the importance of this book. This is an exciting and wonderful series explaining the book of revelation from the kjv bible. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book. Book of revelation explained verse by verse youtube. The closing chapters of revelation present a glowing description of the new jerusalem with its streets of gold, its walls of jasper, its gates of pearl, and the river of. For example, an anonymous scottish commentary of 1871 prefaces revelation 4 with the little apocalypse of mark, places malachi 4. It also states that those who hear the sayings of the book of revelation will be blessed.
This little book is sweet as honey in johns mouth, but bitter in his belly. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. The importance of the little book will be seen shortly. This book is divided into 22 chapters, one for each chapter of the revelation. Chapters 20 to 22 show the millennium and the eternal state with a new heaven and a new earth. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. This chapter begins with the 144,000, which is symbolic of the church, consisting of those who have been purchased from among men vs. His plan for the end times is in the scroll revelation 1. Read the book of revelation from the bible with full chapters, summary and outline, bible commentary, and our favorite verses to help you study and understand. And we do not yet understand many things that god has said. A free bible version and commentary on revelation chapters in easyenglish. The book of revelation closes with the bright and morning star, which is a figure of christ at his coming to take the church out of the world. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read.
Because of the contradictory nature of the external evidence, i place more weight on the internal evidence evidence from within the book itself. The book of revelation endtime ministries irvin baxter. The book of revelation closes with solemn appeals of the lord jesus to men in general and to the believers especially. Electronic links applying to subject matter contained in the meanings, may be inserted that directs to additional information regarding the subject. This chapter is a general preface to the whole book, and contains, i. And the seven angels who had 1 the seven trumpets 2 prepared themselves to sound them.
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