The thousandyear interval is used in two connections in this passage. Verse by verse commentary on the revelation a testimony of jesus christ by tony garland. Preterists understand the book exclusively in terms of its firstcentury setting, claiming that most of its events have already taken place. Interpreters of revelation normally fall into four groups. This approach believes that beginning with chapter four, revelation deals with the end times, the. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. From early on the book of revelation was more widely accepted in the west than in the east. Revelation the book of revelation easyenglish bible from now to the end of time revelation a commentary by ian mackervoy jesus christ writes to his churches in the 1st and 21st centuries revelation a commentary by les painter 10 john and the book of revelation. The general opinion of the church of christ has accepted the apocalypse as the work of. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read.
A commentary on the book of revelation letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira from the apostle john on patmos. This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. 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. Much of the technical discussion is removed, and reference is made to the english text. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Indeed the earliest extant commentaries on revelation in greek date from oecumeniuss commentary in the sixth century, which was soon accompanied by that of andrew of caesarea. The book of revelation often called the book of revelations, 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. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation.
Historicists take it as describing the long chain of events from patmos to the end of history. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Revelation 6 the seals i watched as the lamb bible. Commentaries for revelation chapter 20 the imprisonment of the dragon, or satan. Read revelation 10 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. Seeks to present different viewpoints and analyze problems of interpretation. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe. As a special bonus, this church history book has a free online teachers. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. 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.
The subject and meaning of revelation is christ himself. 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. We expect books, stories, articles and poems to have titles. If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. The life of jesus english official full hd movie duration. From this verse to the end of the chapter is reckoned the epilogue of this book. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english.
The angel affirms the truth of all that had been spoken, revelation 22. He wanted jesus to show these things to his own servants. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. The most likely date for this book was during the rule of domitian.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. No new testament book has caused as much confusion and been subjected to as many varied interpretations as revelation. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. Beale taught on revelation earlier this year at our church. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. The book of revelation closes its awful description of the judgments which are coming upon the earth by inviting to the sinner, come to christ, and, after one reads and understand the book of revelation, he too will close the book and invite the sinner to. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. So, on the surface, this is a difficult point to understand because, of course, many have opened the bible to this book and read all of its 22 chapters.
The significant attention to old testament allusions and background remain. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. A translation of the bible with commentaries and bible studies all written in easy english to help you read, understand, and apply the bible. The word revelation never occurs again in the book that has come to bear that name. Book of revelation en hanc ed ebook edition illustrated. 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. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. The books last two verses have in them the name of jesus.
First, we believe that the book of revelation must mean something. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some.
Beale the book of revelation new international greek testament commentary, 1999. 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. George eldon ladd a commentary on the revelation of john 1972. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Easy english bible with free commentaries and studies. Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. The book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation.
Nine times out of ten, when people ask, how do you interpret the book of. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Revelation 10 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Greg beale has pared down his impressive 1999 revelation commentary in the nigtc series withrevelation. 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. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. The book of revelation has been available in english since the king james version was translated from the original greek in 1611. Jesus christ confirms what has been affirmed, and pledges himself for the fulfillment of all the prophecies contained in it, revelation 22.
In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. 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. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. Revelation 1 ellicotts commentary for english readers bible hub. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. These sayings are faithful and true see the preceding chapter, revelation 21. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. Revelation 22 new international version niv eden restored.
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