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. Besides the many books, there are websites, tv evangelists, lecture series, movies and videos. 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. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and. As explained in the book of revelation, the 10 toes represent 10 nations, occupying the area of the old roman empire. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. The two witnesses in revelation will have miraculous powers to accompany their message revelation 11. Jun 17, 2018 the book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. The holy bible book 01 genesis kjv dramatized audio. Almost half the books of the old testament are included in. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice. Later manuscripts usually have the title of the revelation of the theologian. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 2 and more. 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 bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history bookit tells the present and future just as clearly. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. 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. Oct 21, 2016 the book of revelation explained duration.
The bible says that the earth, which is decaying every day, is not fit for eternity so god will destroy this current earth and create a new heaven. Book of revelation simple english wikipedia, the free. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. Revelations is the last book of the bible, containing a number of prophecies and information about heaven. Dr stonehouse explained why many manufacturers will lose motivation to produce the vaccine the longer the outbreak goes on. In fact, a lot of people find it both confusing and frightening, heavily accentuated as it is with allegory and terrifying visions of locusts with a sting like a scorpions and teeth like the teeth of. For those who are puzzled by this book of the bible, the last at last takes a completely new approach. Text and comments in parallel columns are provided as an alternate to reading through the details.
Many of the presbyters in attendance at the council of nicaea didnt want it in the bible. For reasons we can only speculate on the decision to include it was made at the last minutetruly a cliffha. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. Summary in the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The book of revelation describes this moment of satans return and judgment at the end of a 1,000 year period. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. In the gospel accounts jesus gave a brief summary of the events and conditions. New testament of the bible cliffsnotes study guides book. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. Book of revelation is actually a christian prophecy book filled with old testamentstyle language and imagery narrating events and descriptions like the mark of the beast, the battle of armageddon, the binding of devil, the rule of the lord, the great white throne of judgment and the finally the nature of the eternal city of god. 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 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 book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. The revelations concerning the last days are found throughout the bible but primarily in the following books of the bible. Christ gives the best summary of these events and how to prepare for them. The book of revelation in the new testament has the literal title in greek, the. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Isaiah jeremiah ezekiel daniel hosea joel amos micah nahum zechariah malachi revelation chapters 420. In the prophetic books and the historical books of the old testament, babylon is.
Revelation king james bible, new testament audio book duration. It was written by the apostle john, towards the end of his life in approximately 95 ad. Mar 01, 20 the revelations concerning the last days are found throughout the bible but primarily in the following books of the bible. See why this compelling book of the bible is so worthwhile. The bible was all put together by the catholic church around 340350ad. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. Dragons and beasts, wrath and grace what does it mean. But the content it consists of is too important to miss out on. And many religious people believe that the book of revelation offers no help anyway, because it cannot be understood. 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.
But god is working out a supreme master plan, involving every human being. Nov 11, 2018 the book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world coming to an end. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians.
Summary and analysis the book of revelation cliffsnotes. John then describes events and trends to take place during the period before the 3 1. The bible the revelation, last book in new testament. Read revelation 2 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Nowhere does the bible identify these two witnesses by name, although people through the. But the christians of asia minor were familiar with the old testament and the apocalyptic writings and would be able to.
To the early christians, rome was the new babylon, the source of all evil. 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. The book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the. Its bible on your screen pastor in your headphones with clear, relatable teaching so you can understand. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. The first four of the seven represent events beginning in the days of the apostles and leading up to the time of the end. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world.
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. 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. For example, he borrows the new temple imagery of ezekiel 4048 but uses it to describe a new jerusalem which, quite pointedly. The bible is approximately 750,000 words, with about 250,000 devoted to many, many prophecies. To access this browsing option, link from any of the 22 chapter. Only revelation and the gospel of john describe jesus as the lamb 5. He was a first cousin of jesus and was exiled to the greek island of patmos because of his faith. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.
In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god. The book of revelation has been discussed and debated for the last 2,000 years and has produced few, if any satisfactory conclusions. Jesus opens, in revelation 6, the seven seals on the scroll of prophecy. The books of the bible remained the same until martin luther abridged it by removing some of the books around 1538ad.
And christ sent his angel to show it to his servant john, 2 who has told everything he saw. Why do catholic bibles not include the book of revelation. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. When the seventh trumpet sounds, the saints will be called to come forward to witness the resurrection of christ. This book can be complicated for many adults, so children may have an especially difficult time understanding it. The book of revelations refers to the second coming image. When the thousand years are over, satan will be released. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. The very last book in the bible, being the twentyseventh in the new testament, and the sixtysixth in the bible as a whole, is the revelation. Why was the book of revelation included in the bible. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app.
This serves as a great summary to the book of revelation for those looking for a bible study on the book of revelation as it is found in the new. In fact, a lot of people find it both confusing and frightening, heavily accentuated as it is with allegory and terrifying visions of locusts with a sting like a scorpions and teeth like the teeth of lions and other no less terrifying accounts of. Hal lindseys 1970 book the late great planet earth and the left behind series by tim lahaye and jerry b. I will appoint my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth verse 3.
Although prophecy is scattered all through the bible, two books focus almost entirely on symbolic representations. Revelation begins with john, the last surviving apostle and an old man, in exile on the small, barren island of patmos, located in the aegean sea southwest of ephesus. The book of revelations, it must be admitted, is perhaps not the lightest read in the bible. When the last trumpet sounds the seven vials of revelations will be opened. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by his death. 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. But what does the biblical scripture say will happen. Signs of the times of the last days amazing bible timeline. Revelation 22, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Some of the earliest manuscripts have the title of the revelation of john.
The seven vials of revelation and found in chapter 16 and represent the last seven woes that will be inflicted upon the earth. Revelation 2 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. The last book of the new testament is also called the prophecy book and the revelation of jesus christ. Jan 02, 2020 nowhere does the bible identify these two witnesses by name, although people through the years have speculated. The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse into. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. Revelation was written in the last decade of the first century ca.
This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. I heard or read somewhere that the book of revelation isnt included in catholic bibles, but that they have 73 books instead of the protestant 66, which protestants know as the apocryp. Ttws audio guides walk you through each passage in just 5 minutes. These nations will come together in the last days in an attempt to destroy. Who are the two witnesses in the book of revelation. The roman authorities had banished him there because of his faithful preaching of the gospel 1. Feb 26, 2020 dr stonehouse explained why many manufacturers will lose motivation to produce the vaccine the longer the outbreak goes on.
The apostle of jesus and the author of the gospel of john and the three letters of nt. The last book in the bible is probably one of the most misunderstood. The last book of the new testament is usually called the book of revelation or simply revelation. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world coming to an end. Revelation 22 new international version niv eden restored. This is why the authorized king james version calls revelation the revelation of saint john the divine divine was a seventeenth. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. This long and detailed prophecy is in the last book of the bible, revelation. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. The book of revelation, the rapture and related bible prophecies have spawned a whole industry in recent years.
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