The book of revelation, which is sometimes called revelation to john, apocalypse of john, or revelation of jesus christ is the last book of the new testament in. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. More than conquerors, william hendricksen baker book house, 1971. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. 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. The revelation of jesus christ is a book of prophecy on the end times and comprises the final book of the new testament and of the bible. Written by the apostle john, revelation was a letter to churches in asia minor who were feeling the overwhelming effects of persecution from all sides. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ.
Questions in the lessons contain minimal human commentary, but instead guide students to study to understand scripture. Revelation, leon morris tyndale new testament commentaries, eerdmans, 1984. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. In the fourth century ce, when the canon of the bible was assembled from among the approximately 50 gospels.
The mighty angels of revelation book bible prophecy. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. 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. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john nlt. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Overview of the book of revelation introduction revelation 1. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. The book of revelation unveils jesus christ in glory. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Messages from jesus to the seven congregations revelation 1. What you have seen, and what is happening, and what will happen afterwards. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation.
In the same way that we must read a novel cover to cover before understanding it properly, so must bible students have an understanding of the bibles first 65 books before they can truly understand its. The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. Immediately i saw a black horse appear, and its rider was holding a pair of scales. And christ sent his angel to show it to his servant john, 2 who has told everything he saw.
In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. A vision of god on his throne in heaven revelation 4. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. Look under description for ebook options and to download a free pdf sample chapter. This book was a reminder that encouraged them to remain faithful. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. The book of revelation, also sometimes referred to as the apocalypse, contains both literal and figurative prophecies, and both literal and figurative events. I even want to suggest that the book of revelation is one of the most important books in our bibles.
The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. In addition, the following articles may offer more encouragement for all to remember as we face the trials of covid19 together. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Worthy is the lamb, ray summers broadman press, 1951.
This bible study on the book of revelation covers the doctines of faith, revelation, satan and suffering. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which this book is an outstanding example. 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. The book of revelation asv american standard version. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Relates to the things which are, that is, the then present state of the church, and contains the epistle of john to the seven churches, and his account of the appearance of the lord jesus, and his direction to the apostle to write what he beheld, ch.
The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Study revelation using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. An introduction and commentary, homer hailey baker, 1979. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st.
Revelation is traditionally attributed to the apostle john, who also wrote a gospel and three new testament letters. Revelation unveils events between god and satan in the end and describes the glory that awaits believers who endure suffering. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible. Well have it back up and running as soon as possible. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in. The book of revelation outlines the final showdown between god himself and his adversary satan, in the final days of mankind. Book of revelation biblical interpretations, pictures. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution. Book of revelation john gills exposition of the bible. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who bore witness to the word of god and to the testimony of jesus christ, even to all that he saw. Using visions and symbols, the writer illustrates the triumph of good over evil and the creation of a new heaven and new earth.
This workbook on the book of revelation was designed for use in bible classes, family study, or personal study. A series of visions, each one leading into the next. What the modern reader or biblical scholar has to do is to try to read the text with. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages and prophecies of the past, and links it all into the events to unfold in the near future. Revelation 2020 verse by verse ministry international. 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. 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.
The book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend. King james version this book was written to encourage persecuted believers and affirm their faith that god will care for them. 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. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. 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. This study will fortify believers who are pressured to deny their faith and help them stand firm through gods word. We hope it can direct you toward scriptural truths about plagues and a study of the book of revelation. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights.
A few suggest a date during the reign of vespasian. The book of revelation, the final book of the new testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the bible. He was a leader in the early church, and he probably wrote his documents after most of the other new testament books were already written. Likewise, we could see revelation as the final chapter in gods 66chapter novel called the bible. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. The class book material is suitable for teens and adults.
Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. Revelation rarely quotes directly from the old testament, yet almost every verse alludes to or echoes older scriptures. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in. The book of revelation often called the revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words, the apocalypse, the revelation, or simply revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Pray, read and study your bible, and practice spiritual disciplines.
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