Revelation 21 commentary johns interpretation of the vision. And the lord, the god of the spirits of the prophets, has sent his angel to show his servants what must soon take place. Now viewing scripture range from the book of revelation chapter 1. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. For the past 20 centuries, the book of revelation was a source of fear that the church used with speculative interpretations. The problems of recapitulation in the book of revelation. Some day those who know christ will be secure forever in heaven, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for. Traces of a tragic pattern in livys hannibal portrait in book xxi. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app.
Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right. 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. Revelation 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Revelation 21 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Even stranger, it was only one of many nowforgotten books of revelation. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. And he sent and signified it, signified it, by his angel unto his servant john. An angel shows john the holy city, the new jerusalem, revelation 21. The book of revelation is a prophetic book that requires divine aid to.
Of course, there are other great bible commentaries on this book. Representing the battle of zama to create an iconic event volume 48 frances billot. Mar 27, 2012 then i saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The next diagram shows that the seven last plagues, the last of the sequential series in the book of revelation, cannot logically be included along with the previous three series of sevens. We can say that revelation chapter 21 begins a new section of the book of revelation. Christs letters to churches in sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. Here are a few tips to help you study this wonderful book.
Full bible movie the book of revelations, bible movies. Commentary on revelation 2122 new heaven and new earth. He was, and is not, and yet is, or, according to other copies. John is not amazed or beguiled by what he has seen as in 17. A summary of each chapter in the book of revelation. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 21. 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. Obviously, the first church, seal and trumpet cannot be parallel to the first plague because it, like the rest of the plagues, are all future. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The mystery of the beast is first explained, and the beast is considered first in general, revelation 17. One of elaine pagelss great gifts is much in abundance. When i consider how much honor is attributed to antiquity, and how many times, not to mention many other examples, a fragment of an antique statue has been bought at a great price in order to have it near to one.
Revelation 12 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this versebyverse commentary contain gems of information found nowhere outside the ancient jewish writings. Ask the holy spirit to help you understand what you are reading and he will guide you john 16. Revelation 12 commentary john gills exposition on the. Darrell johnson is one of the best preachers that i have had the pleasure of. The new heaven and the new earth will not be separate from each other. This vision, unlike the one in chapter 17, is no mystery see 17. This page contains a list of our bible studies on the book of revelation, and how the prophecies in this book were fulfilled in the first century ad. Bj clarke takes a look at what the bible reveals about this controversial book. The principal divisions of the book of revelation are the following. Revelation 21 a new heavens, a new earth, and a new jerusalem a. Most chapter studies below contain a versebyverse commentary. Now i saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away.
The book of revelation emphasizes that christ will come again some day in great glory to establish his kingdom of perfect justice and righteousness, and he will reign for ever and ever revelation 11. The book of revelation explained volume 4 other publications by the author dan iel and rev at on texts exam ned depressi on did j esu d c nd i to h ll. 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. And he said to me, these words are trustworthy and true.
Representing the battle of zama to create an iconic event. Walbanks powerful a historical commentary on polybius, 3 vols. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. 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 so difficult to understand, but this study does a lot to cut through the outer layers of mystery to explain the history and prophecy leading up to johns exile, and his interaction with jesus and the angels, who foretold the end times, the antichrist, the beast, his angels, and babylon, and even more wonderful the new. Still as strange, controversial, and influential as it was nearly 2,000 years ago, the biblical book of revelation is a fountainhead of visions and dreams and nightmares, said elaine pagels the princeton university professor of religion, famous for infusing old religious debates with new urgency, was at harvard dec. Revelations is a slim book that packs in dense layers of scholarship and meaning. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. There are those that believe and preach the whole book of revelation covers matters that are past, present, and future from the day of john, the apostle who wrote the book. The book of revelation primarily concerns the second coming of christ. 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. What the 1945 lost book of revelation reveals about the.
Titus livius livy, the history of rome, book 35, chapter 15. Hitherto the prophecy of this book has presented to us a very remarkable mixture of light and shade, prosperity and adversity, mercy and judgment, in the conduct of divine providence towards the church in the world. Where were the seven churches to whom the message was addressed. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library.
A list of books on bible prophecy, the book of revelation, the apocalypse and related supernatural topics score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Revelation commentary by ben witherington iii revelation nccs by gordon fee revelation interpretation by eugene boring revelation. The seer naturally touches on these before he describes it. I invite you to read more of these articles some short articles about the book of revelation and to read my book to see the book of revelation explained more sensibly and completely than any other explanation of which i know. If there is one speech that captures in a nutshell the meaning of the entire book of revelation, this is it. The old world, with all its troubles and tumults, will have passed away. G if ts, oce and t hepera on of t new testamen church how to study ident ifying the beasts of revelat on jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 1 sunday school quarterly jud e, t h ac t s of t po a, volume 2. Best books on prophecy, revelation, the apocalypse, and. Titus livius livy, the history of rome, book 21 rev. Revelation chapter 4 coffmans commentary of the new. Titus livius livy, the history of rome, book 21, chapter 45. October 47, 2015 gospel meeting at the nettleton church of. Blessed is the one who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book.
The book of revelation is the strangest book in the bible, and the most controversial. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. Villius proceeded from ephesus to apamea and there antiochus came when he learned of the arrival of the roman commissioners. Geneva study bible and there appeared another wonder in heaven. John sees the new city of jerusalem descending from heaven, and he calls it a bride prepared for her husband. 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. Titus livius livy, the history of rome, book 21, chapter 14. Was john on the island of patmos when he wrote the book of revelation. Christs letters to churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum and thyatira.
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