A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Revelation is a lens that puts the entire bible into focus. Beales familiarity with the original language, his grasp of the culture of the day, his command of the ot references and allusions, and his deft handling of the. 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. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book. Hiebert a popular commentary on revelation that takes a premillennial and posttribulational view of eschatology. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a wonderful book in which we find the completion of gods ways up to eternal glory. The lens is focused on the person of jesus christ, and his destiny is imminent. It is very significant that the book of revelation is the last book of the bible. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. The revelation of jesus christ through the ages, by donald a. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Sep 30, 2015 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. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. 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. Koenig is a unique free verse by verse futurist premillenial common sense commentary on revelation the apocalypse. These questions are not designed as a test of your knowledge and should not be treated as such. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more.
So, stop reading this commentary right now and go read revelation for yourself. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Most recent commentaries reject a single view of the book preferring to blend two views, producing a commentary which grounds revelation in the first century yet emphasizes the value of the book for every christian throughout church history even to the second coming of jesus. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. The book of revelation is the only book of the bible with a promise to the reader.
The book of revelation the new international commentary. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. The book of revelation is a prophetic book the word apocalypse means unveiling and thats exactly what the book of revelation isit is a prophetic book that discusses the unveiling of what is going to happen in the nearing end times and what will come with the final revelation of jesus christ. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. Nov 01, 2002 revelation baker exegetical commentary on the new testament osborne, grant r. Beale this is likely the single most exhaustive commentary on the revelation available today, an amillennial treasure just waiting to be explored. And anyone not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. Many reformed and evangelical scholars argue that beale has written the best available contemporary commentary on revelation. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Franciscan father stephen doyle provides a catholic commentary on the book of revelation and explains that todays people do not understand what the author of revelation is talking about. Study revelation 5 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. If you really want to understand this great book, garlands commentary will not disappoint.
He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when he delivered to him this revelation v. A message for the first century many try to take the message of revelation literally and thereby develop many fanciful doctrines. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible. 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. Studies on the book of revelation, richard bauckham gods timetable. Ladd sees the millennium and the whole book of revelation referring chiefly to the destiny of the church rather than to the theocratic promises to israel. Christians throughout history have given almost unanimous affirmation to the identity of the books author as john the apostle, who had been exiled to the island of patmos by the authorities for preaching the gospel in asia.
Seeks to present different viewpoints and analyze problems of interpretation. This bible study is designed to highlight the major points of revelation in eight weeks. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet langua ge source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. Idealistic the idealistic or philosophy of history method looks upon revelation as a symbolic conflict between right and wrong.
There is a book of life, and knowing our names are written there should bring us great joy. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. No new testament book has caused as much confusion and been subjected to as many varied interpretations as revelation. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory.
So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood moon. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the niv study bible and the nkjv macarthur study bible is just a step away. Those who remain steadfast in their faith and confidence in the risen lord need have no fear. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right. Afterwards, you will agree with me that revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand. At this time, john was the leader of the church and the only remaining disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus christ who were alive, others having been persecuted and killed by the roman empire. A person starting here might well throw the whole bible away in frustration, unable to make head nor tail of it. 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.
An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Revelation commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Such is dangerous as the book itself sets forth many symbols with their meaning. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. There is a book of life, and it determines if we go to heaven or hell. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 1 a letter from. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. The book of revelation is the last book he wrote around 96 ad. The book of revelation the new international greek. The commentary section includes running commentary on the bible text with reference to several modern versions, espe. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ.
Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Today we continue to witness a surge of popular interest in bible prophecy and questions concerning such matters as the last days and the second coming of christ. I encourage you, the participant, to maximize your learning by working through the study questions for each week prior to coming to class. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible. Book of revelation matthew henrys bible commentary. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, who bore witness to the word of god, and to. In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. 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. God gave it to him to show his servants the things that must happen soon.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Many of the older brethren, and older commentaries, took this view. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of nonsense to a masterpiece. The theology of the book of revelation new testament theology, richard bauckham the climax of prophecy. The commentary list below is intended to be a helpful guide, not necessarily the final word. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. This book plunges you into a confusing array of dragons and trumpets and vials and seals, with many amazing sights and sounds and visions. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. Hinds who wrote the gospel advocate commentary on revelation held this view. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. Revelation made clear bible study in the book of revelation. The book of revelation and the feast of weeks, daniel f.
Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Cyril barber the ministers library a clear, easytoread, understandable exposition of the book of revelation. Commentary on the book of revelation by matthew henry. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and theological themes. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the.
Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. This longawaited commentary is a magnificent achievement and will be an invaluable guide and resource for all future study of revelation. Revelation made clear walks through the book of revelation looking for the clearest and most natural understanding of the book. A commentary on the book of revelation or, a disclosure from jesus christ about what must shortly come to pass by tom stewart chapter 1. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. About the bible only revelation commentary the author is a firm believer in the wordforword inspiration and all sufficiency of the bible.
A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. This approach to the book does not find any specific. 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 apocalypse for the benefit of the church. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5.
First, we believe that the book of revelation must mean something. I have recommended this commentary to a number of individuals who sought to truly understand the revelation of jesus christ and the feedback to date has been uniformly positive. 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 baker exegetical commentary on the new testament. We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. Beales particular emphasis on interpreting the text by reference to the old testament scriptures and jewish exegetical traditions is one. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. 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. Audio messages are also available to complement your study. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1.
You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. To understand this controversial book, the author explores the many connections between the visions seen by the apostle john and previous prophetic revelation given to old testament prophets such as daniel, ezekiel, and others. 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. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship god. Study revelation using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 3. The word apocalypse means unveiling and thats exactly what the book of revelation isit is a prophetic book that discusses the unveiling of what is going to happen in the nearing end times and what will come with the final revelation of jesus christ. You will also find options for commentaries on revelation that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of. The book of revelation the new international greek testament. Beales commentary is the place to turn for insight on the many old testament allusions and echoes in the book of revelation.