The word revelation never occurs again in the book that has come to bear that name. Tony garland presents a detailed study of the book of revelation emphasizing prophetic themes from the rest of the bible which find their fulfillment in revelation. August, 2019 the healing of the nations in revelation our true enemy is not. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book. Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood moon. This book is the clearest exposition i have read on the book of revelation. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. Dec 07, 2009 revelation, the final book in the new testament, was squeezed into the canon in the fourth century, said pagels, and barely made it into the 27book lineup. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship god. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. That the god of our lord jesus christ, the father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him.
Alfords introduction to the revelation the revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. The book of revelation the new international greek. May 10, 2016 name the name of the book comes from the first verse, the revelation of jesus christ which lets us know that this book is all about the unveiling or uncovering of the person, plan and. A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. The consensus choice for the best commentary on the book of revelation seems to be beales. In his commentary on the book of revelation, ranko stefanovic has provided a scholarly study of one of the most intriguing books of the bible. Beale the book of revelation new international greek testament commentary, 1999. The author is committed to a conscientious, accurate understanding of this amazing and important book. 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.
The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. June will be a nice month to tackle this mysterious work. 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. We expect books, stories, articles and poems to have titles.
The book of revelation the new international commentary on the. It is in the nigtc series, so will require some knowledge of greek. This angel is described as producing his own radiance, an attribute often given to god. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. 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.
Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation. Aug, 2012 a good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle. 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. Of course, there are other great bible commentaries on this book. 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.
The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. Commentaries for the book of revelation the title 1. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation.
Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Here are two short series of sermons, five from 200809 and four from 1996. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book. Peaceable revelationa series of blog posts that explores themes related to peace and justice in the book of revelation. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. This blog for revelation is a little late in coming. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account.
Johns address to the seven churches of asia, whose high calling he particularly mentions. The book of revelation is perfect for students, professors, historians, and anyone wanting a greater grasp on this divisive book of the bible. If you have been reading the new testament and following along in this blog, thank you. Many reformed and evangelical scholars argue that beale has written the best available contemporary commentary on revelation. Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. The key to understanding revelationjuly 22, 2019 are we living in the great tribulation. This sharing of a divine characteristic shows the angels importance, which in turn points to the importance of his.
From early on the book of revelation was more widely accepted in the west than in the east. God help each one of us to have every sin confessed and forgiven so our names will remain in the book. Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. One receives heightened awareness that this book of the revelation of jesus christ is a book vital to the understanding of biblical truth at this point in history in addition to being a text on how to feel safe and secure while endtime events unfold. The fall of babylon the great verse 1 1 after these things i saw another angel come down from heaven, having great power, and the earth was illuminated with his glory commentary. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. Introduction to revelation commentary on the bible book. George eldon ladd a commentary on the revelation of john 1972. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. The book of revelation the new international greek testament.
Name the name of the book comes from the first verse, the revelation of jesus christ which lets us know that this book is all about the unveiling or uncovering of the person, plan and. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for use by scholars, students, pastors, and laypeople. The bible today this new edition of the commentary retains the virtues of the first. If one assumes that the book is about the future return of jesus, then the imagery in the book takes on a prophetic value. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Commentary on the book of revelation or, a disclosure from jesus christ about what must shortly come to pass by tom stewart chapters 119 only in progress question. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. Revelation 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. This commentary has been through advanced checking.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. We have arrived at the final book of the new testament and of the christian bible. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of revelation. Zwingli regarded it as nonbiblical, and calvin did not comment upon it. Revelation 22 is the twentysecond and the last chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john, and the final chapter of the new testament and of the christian bible. David guzik commentary on revelation 1 begins with an opening description of the return of jesus, and the vision that john had of jesus. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. An expository journey through the book of revelation. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Read preface commentary using a testimony of jesus christ.
The book of revelation the new international commentary on the new testament mounce, robert h. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Revelation commentary by ben witherington iii revelation nccs by gordon fee revelation interpretation by eugene boring revelation. Over the centuries, it continued to draw the ire of critics, from theologian martin luther to author d. This chapter contains the accounts of the throne of god in the new jerusalem, the conversation between john and the angel and the epilogue of the book. Book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of. Oliver buswell jr library commentaries on revelation. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Study the bible online using commentary on preface and more.
An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounces original entry on the book of revelation and reflects more than twenty additional years of mature thought and the latest in scholarship. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Revelation, the final book in the new testament, was squeezed into the canon in the fourth century, said pagels, and barely made it into the 27book lineup. Furthermore, he said it would come as a destruction upon the whole earth isaiah 28. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. Revelation for postchristiansjune 27, 2019 war of words. 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. The most likely date for this book was during the rule of domitian. The next step is to enter your payment information.
The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of that progenerated from those bringing such an action. Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Other sermons on revelation will also be posted here. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software.
The preface to this book, and the promise to them who read it, revelation 1. And now to complete the seals we have to turn to the 8th chapter of revelation, so we will have to go forward and skip the seventh chapter to return later. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. The seals 1 and i saw when the lamb opened one of the seals, and i heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, come and see. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. His approach is reverent, logical, thorough and scholarly. 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. These commentaries are designed to help the reader of the bible understand what the text says and what it means. Of particular interest is his historicist approach in the interpretation of revelation and his. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l.
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