Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. See the sequence of events at a glance with a simple. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. 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. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Smith this ebook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. Hinds who wrote the gospel advocate commentary on revelation. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the. 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. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. In the first verse of the book, the apostle john recorded christs words, the revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. This online dictionary of king james version words contains over 11,000 definitions.
This dictionary is derived from noah websters american dictionary of the english language, a dictionary. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Revelation chapter kjv king james version 666 is the papacy. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Kjv dictionary definitions of words from the king james. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.
This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. For without are dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolaters, and whosoever loveth and maketh. If youve ever wondered exactly what the book of revelation is about and why people interpret it in so many ways, this pamphlet is for you. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1.
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. If you really want to understand this great book, garlands commentary. 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. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Verse 1 opens the book with the words, the revelation of jesus christ. According to this approach, much of the book deals with the apostasy of the roman catholic church, followed by the reformation and the restoration. Many of the older brethren, and older commentaries, took this view. The book of revelation is rich in symbolism, so much so, that most christians find it difficult to understand. It corresponds to the greek parousia coming or presence, or epiphaneia manifestation, appearance, or apokalupsis revelation. Revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of. This commentary has been through advanced checking. These things saith he that hath the seven spirits of god, and the seven stars. 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 book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book. 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.
Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. King james bible dictionary reference list revelation. 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 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1.
The author of this book was undoubtedly john the apostle. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and to what is to come. You may copy it, give it away or reuse it under the terms of the project gutenberg license included with this ebook or online at. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant.
John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. Volumes of commentary have been written around it in order to increase our. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. 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. Book of revelation synonyms, book of revelation pronunciation, book of revelation translation, english dictionary definition of book of revelation. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these. Revelation 1 king james bible kjv book of revelation. This is the book s real title, not what the greeks titled it, apokalypsis ioannou.
Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Wallaces commentary on the book of revelation verse 15. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Advent this term comes from a latin word adventus and means arrival, presence. The route by which the revelation came to john is given here. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. The project gutenberg ebook of the revelation explained, by f. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts.
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