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. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. Beasleymurray, the book of revelation, new century bible commen. There is no reason not to take this literally, that gods new earth will not contain vast areas of salt water spanning. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. Loizeaux brothers, 1958 ladd, george eldon, a commentary on the revelation of john. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation.
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. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. 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. Wallace lived out his later years, holding meetings, writing or rewriting almost of all of his books and writing occasionally for the religious press. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. 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. 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. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. This article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson. The book of revelation new international commentary on.
Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. This commentary has been through advanced checking. By connecting revelation to the old testament prophecies i believe we can understand the book as the first century audience did. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1.
The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. What does revelation mean when it says, there was no. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of 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. 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. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. Sep 30, 2015 darrell johnsons discipleship on the edge. The word of god is precious and far beyond human wisdom isa. 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. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. This commentary explains the things that are clear in the song. 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. The primary intent of this literature is to reveal the mysteries of god to believers presently experiencing oppression and suffering. And christ sent his angel to show it to his servant john, 2 who has told everything he saw. It all begins with god by marie wetherill and keith simons. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of romans. An expository journey through the book of revelation. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries.
The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Revelation understanding the bible commentary series. Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. 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. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. Bible students disagree about the meaning and purpose of this book. The book of the revelation study introduction 5 the book of the revelation of jesus christ study introduction i. They are human beings just like you and me for they have been redeemed by christs blood. Enter for a chance to win this niv cultural backgrounds study bible. Epub format suitable for reading on mobile book readers such as the nook.
Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. Revelation 9 commentary norris commentary on the book. Beale, new international greek testament commentary nigtc. 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. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side.
It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. 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. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of 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. The images in revelation have a foundation in prophetic books of the scriptures. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software. 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. 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. Revelation 18 commentary the three laments over babylon.
A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. 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. These bible commentaries are easy to read and understand. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with a helpful commentary. God makes adam and eve and everything genesis 1224. How to love god with all your heart by keith simons. 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. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. I will confess his name before my father and before his. Revelation 1 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation.
But he has promised the holy spirit to help us understand john 16. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. This commentary deals with the bible text like a picture in words about gods love. As the author of this commentary explains, the very first word of johns composition, revelation, is an essential clue for the interpreter of revelation. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Studies in introduction, with a critical and exegetical commentary. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. 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. Book of revelation commentary on the bible book of. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. 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. Revelation 12 commentary the dragons departure to the sea. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some.
Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. 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 introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. Revelation 4 bible commentary on the book of revelation.
Each group of mourners stands far from the city watching. 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 kings, merchants and seafarers of the earth mourn babylons demise with three variations, or stanzas, of the same song 18. 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 discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Having read through osbornes baker commentary, some of aunes word commentary, a large portion of beales nigtc, and most.
What does revelation mean when it says, there was no longer any sea. It now becomes evident that johns visions bring to realization a twopart interpretation of the ancient prophecy addressed to the serpent in genesis 3. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. 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. 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. The title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Without sacrificing scholarly perspective or academic rigor, it is written to be accessible for a wide audience including pastors, scholars. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. 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. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. 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.
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