Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book of revelation, the final book of the new testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the bible. Does the book of revelation confirm the sequence of events of. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading revelations. In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression. Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. The book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend.
With each reading weve included several links to the website that will allow you to. New american standard bible do not fear what you are about to suffer. Some bible translations say that the book of revelation is the revelation. Be faithful until death, and i will give you the crown of life. Many christians scratch their heads as they read through johns illustrative visions. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. The book of revelation is the final book of the bible in which john the apostle outlined his visions of the end times. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which this book is an. 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. World conditions as well as bible chronology indicate that the last days began in 1914. View an outline and see other pertinent information about the chapter. Revelation united states conference of catholic bishops. It describes in detail the events leading up to christs return, then tells us what will happen beyond that time.
The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world. In the biblical book of revelation, jesus christ foretold many more signs of the time. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john nlt. 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.
Revelation summary the literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Just like in these few chapters of revelation where figures and symbols are cited, in the other parts of the rest of the scriptures there are also numerous items that warrant deeper study for which time is the. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, a 2 who gives witness to the word of god and to the testimony of jesus christ by reporting what he saw. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Mar 19, 2019 the book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend. This view also ignores revelations prophetic character and, if carried to its logical conclusion, severs the book from any connection with actual historical events. The book of revelations, it must be admitted, is perhaps not the lightest read in the bible. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka.
John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. Introduction a number of passages in the bible refer to a book called the book of life, a figurative expression that originated from the ancient customs of a keeping various kinds of records like genealogical records neh. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible by tim lahaye and timothy parker jul 15, 2014 4. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ.
The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. You can hear it at any coffee shop at least in my town, church parking lot, or casual argument at work when a coworker is trying to convince you of. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time.
Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. The scripture reveals many terrible events that will supposedly precede the second coming of christ, including plagues, earthquakes and locust swarms. 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. If we had the time to compare the text of revelation to books like daniel, ezekiel, isaiah or zechariah, we would be struck by seeing all that they have in common. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. Be faithful unto death, and i will give to you the crown of life. Pursuing the climate of acceptance and inclusion ravi zacharias at ucla. 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 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.
This long and detailed prophecy is in the last book of the bible, revelation. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. 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.
Its called the book of revelation, not revelations. 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. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. And no guide makes revelation more understandable than the smart guide to the bible. The scripture reveals many terrible events that will supposedly precede the. Hal lindseys 1970 book the late great planet earth and the left behind series by tim lahaye and jerry b. Besides the many books, there are websites, tv evangelists, lecture series, movies and videos. 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. If anyone adds to them, god will add to him the plagues described in this book. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app. The book of revelation outlines the final showdown between god himself and his adversary satan, in the final days of mankind. Many people automatically look to connect any largescale disaster to revelation and see in it a sign of the end. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation.
John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution. In this view, the book contains neither historical allusions nor predictive prophecy. Messages from jesus to the seven congregations revelation 1. How does the book of revelation apply to the modernday church. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all.
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. Its called the book of revelation, not revelations the most popular and feared book of the bible, the book of revelation, suffers a thousand deaths every time someone gets this wrong. The book of revelation the smart guide to the bible series. The opening of the seals of the document occurs in revelation chapters 58 and marks the second coming. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, god shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.
Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. 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. 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. 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. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. As the final book of the bible, the book of revelation brings to fruition symbolism found in genesis 3. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he. Bible study tools booklets the book of revelation unveiled the book of revelation. The word apocalypse comes from the greek apokalupsis, which means uncovering or unveiling. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Prologue 1 the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Overview of the book of revelation introduction revelation 1.
Only this view does justice to revelation s claim to be prophecy and interprets the book by the same grammaticalhistorical method as chapters, and the rest of scripture. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. Visions, prophecy, and politics in the book of revelation. A series of visions, each one leading into the next. Visions, prophecy, and politics in the book of revelation kindle edition by pagels, elaine. The disciple apostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it.
Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. Christianity wiki end times is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. The book of revelation is the revelation of john many people are confused about the background of the book of revelation. The book of revelation a revealing of the futureis history written in advance. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. With a account you will be able to save items to read and study later. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Bible book of revelation commentary on the bible book of. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. Like the quatrains of nostradamus, the book of revelation is steeped in code and mystery, though the purpose of the book is not to hide the truth, but to reveal events leading up to the return of christ. The scripture touches upon the outbreak of armageddon, the four riders of the apocalypse, the rise of the antichrist and the sevenheaded beast whose number is 666. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st.
The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. The real meaning of the bible s book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate.
The book of revelation is gods message to all who are concerned about the future. Nov 22, 2019 the number 666 represents more than you may think. The scripture touches upon the outbreak of armageddon. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Oct 21, 2016 you will love this video it will help you understand better itt is very good and a little long i encourage all of you to watch this kick back and relax. Full bible movie the book of revelations, bible movies. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ, which.
In the book of revelation, the seven seals are the seven symbolic seals greek. Some due to length, have been shortened into continued sections. Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which bible. What the bible narrates from genesis to revelation is too overwhelming to comprehend.
Behold, the devil is about to cast some of you into prison, so that you will be tested, and you will have tribulation for ten days. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god. Here is the biblical meaning of the number 666, and if its the mark of the beast, according to scripture verses found in the book of revelations. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Those who remain steadfast in their faith and confidence in the risen lord need have no fear.
The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The book of revelation, the rapture and related bible prophecies have spawned a whole industry in recent years. A vision of god on his throne in heaven revelation 4. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. Revelation 2, king james version kjv the bible app. Be sure to look up and read these scriptures and surrounding passages in your bible.
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