Intro to revelation biblica the international bible society. Revelation introduction, new american bible, revised. If you have further questions, please comment on this page or check the menu above to find other interesting studies on biblical prophecy. Revelation united states conference of catholic bishops. The book itself reveals that the author was a jew, well versed in scripture, a church leader who was well known to the seven churches of asia minor, and a. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation introduction and more. 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. The book of revelation is the most controversial book in the bible. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Revelation was written by the apostle john in about 96 c. Note the similarities hold your mouse over a colored section to see the details. Irenaeus disciple of polycarp, who in turn was a pupil of the apostle john attributes the writing of revelation to john. Futurists place the book primarily in the end times.
The three major divisions of revelation must be clearly held if the interpretation is to be sane and coherent. Dec 14, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. While debated by some, he was most likely the apostle john, brother of james, and author of the gospel of john and three epistles. Revelation, chapter 1, introduction bible explained. 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.
Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1. Importance of the book revelation is the culmination of all books of the bible revelation brings to conclusion the many prophesies of the bible. This booklet is meant to provide a short introduction and then questions for each major section of. The greek word for revelations is apokalupsis which literally means unveiling or taking off the cover a we are meant to understand the book of revelation. But the bible records not one hundred but over three hundred prophecies fulfilled in jesus christs first coming, not to mention his last. Historicists take it as describing the long chain of events from patmos to the end of history. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. It too was used for preserving and later publishing revelation texts. It was during the roman period that the church was persecuted but eventually overcame this persecution to spread the gospel throughout the. Preterists understand the book exclusively in terms of its firstcentury setting, claiming that most of its events have already taken place. Bible commentary on revelation introduction book introduction revelation. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is.
Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. John addressed the book of revelation to the seven churches that are in asia, namely ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira, sardis, philadelphia, and laodicea, although there were undoubtedly other churches elsewhere in the province of asia e. Using the english new testament, this course surveys the new testament epistles and the apocalypse. Revelation book 2, the cover of which is labeled book of revelations and which has often been referred to as the kirtland revelation book, was obtained for use in ohio shortly after revelation book 1 was taken from ohio to missouri. He clearly made it known by sending his angel to his loving servant john 2 i, john, bore witness to the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ3 a joyous blessing rests upon the one who. Revelation is an apocalyptic prophecy with an epistolary introduction addressed to seven churches in the roman province of asia.
Verse 1 opens the book with the words, the revelation of jesus christ. John, identified as one who bore witness to the word of god, and to the testimony of jesus christ. The imagery and symbols come mostly from daniel and ezekiel, so that an understanding of this material is necessary if the modern reader is to correctly interpret the book of revelation this is why we studied the book of daniel first. Issues of introduction and content receive emphasis as well as a continual focus on the theology of evangelism and on the contemporary relevance of the variety of issues these documents raise for contemporary life. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. Revelation is important because it is the last divinely inspired bible book that was written. Disciple lessons from the book of revelation is an 8lesson, interative internet bible study series. Revelation is often described as a the revelation of john meaning the revelation to john1 b. And hilkiah the high priest said unto shaphan the scribe, i have found the book of the law in the house of the lord.
We touch on themes of the apocalypse and apolyptic literature, the end times, eschatology, the millennium, tribulation, satan, the antichrist, final judgment, and the new heavens and the new earth. Revelation 1 nkjv introduction and benediction the. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. Scripture is a complete whole, its component books, written in a period. Revelation 1 the passion translation tpt johns introduction. The was the title given to the book in the latin vulgate3. Revelation 1 new king james version nkjv introduction and benediction.
Not very long time since, but almost in our day towards the end of domitians reign. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Revelation, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Revelation intro to revelation biblica the international bible. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. The ending is called the epilogue and is found in revelation 22. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. In a sense, the apostle john is merely a witness or observer of the visions and sayings that we find. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible. Introduction and benediction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. The book of revelation an introduction and commentary. Frontispiece, book of revelation, bible of san paolo fuori le mura, 9th century. The introduction proper revelation title of the book our bibles carry the title of the book as the revelation of john, or the revelation to john which means it is a revelation given to the apostle john, but the proper name is found in the first words of 1.
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. Revelations is knowing the position of the commentator. Introduction to revelation bible exposition commentary. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by.
John addressed the book of revelation to the seven churches that are in. Revelation introduction scofield reference bible commentary. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is presented in scripture as imminent, but. Mar 06, 2018 this is an introductory series that is a followup to the book warning. The entire book of revelation shows this concept at work.
Introduction to the book of revelation bible study. That means digging deeply into any passage to find a harmonious picture. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. A tale of two cities revelation 1722 the meaning of revelation for our work. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. 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. The book of revelations, it must be admitted, is perhaps not the lightest read in the bible. The kingdom of god is near revelation 1 the seven churches of revelation revelation 23 the throne room of god revelation 4 and 5 end times disaster and deliverance revelation 616 babylon and the new jerusalem. John, son of zebedee, was the beloved disciple who also wrote the fourth gospel and 1, 2 and 3 john. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those. 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. Revelation on frontline heres all kinds of informative coverage from pbs on the last and creepiest book of the bible.
This book is the best commentary on the book of revelation that i have read. An introduction, then verse selection for chapter 1 verse selection below in my own study of the prophecies, i strive for interpretations consistent with the context and with the rest of the inspired word. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, who bore witness to the word of god, and to the testimony of jesus christ, to all things that he saw. We touch on themes of the apocalypse and apolyptic literature. Revelation introduction, new american bible, revised edition. Nov 27, 2016 a systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. Revelation has caused major divisions between denominations, churches and. Jesus christ is the divine author of this revelation 1. Symbolism of the book is found elsewhere no less than 400 allusions to the old testament. The first part of the book discusses among other things, the date this book was written, symbolism, interpretations, theme and purpose of the book. 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. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. The book of revelation check out the full text of revelation, so you can relive all the freaky visions firsthand. The english title comes from the latin revelatio which in its verb form means to reveal or unveil that which has previously been hidden.
While the book of genesis tells how paradise was lost, revelation tells how paradise will be regained. This is the books real title, not what the greeks titled it, apokalypsis ioannouthe revelation of john. Introduction to the book of revelation its current significance. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, 2 who bore witness to the word of god, and to the testimony of jesus christ, to all things that he saw. And hilkiah gave the book to shaphan, and he read it. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. Revelation is often described as a the revelation of john. 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. The introduction and historical background alone are worth the price of this book. Introduction united states conference of catholic bishops. Interpreters of revelation normally fall into four groups. Revelation 1 tpt johns introduction this is the bible. Ghostbusters actually quotes the book of revelation. Because the book is complex, there are many interpretations as to its meaning.
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