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. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. This is a very readable commentary presented in everyday language by a fine biblical scholar. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. 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 consensus choice for the best commentary on the book of revelation seems to be beales. 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. Ken raggio bible study lessons sermons resources prophecy. Thanks for your interest in my revelation commentary titled. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Before jerusalem fell dating the book of revelation.
You can find the best commentary on revelation for. Revelation unveiled lays the scriptural foundation for left behind and tribulation force. This angel is described as producing his own radiance, an attribute often given to god. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries.
Beales shorter commentary on revelation compresses all the treasures of the parent volume in the nigtc series into a more accessible package. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. 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 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. Nor will it be as small as the olivet discourse made easy. But this is absolutely not the case with the book of revelation. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Through his writing and speaking, wallace gathered a.
Again, the peculiar and precise language that both affirms and guards the. Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 7 and more. Preterist revelation books the beast of revelation by kenneth gentry, before jerusalem fell by ken gentry, back to the future by. It is a communication or unfolding of the details of future things by our lord jesus christ. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man.
An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. 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. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the spirit empowers us to share christ with others. The testimony of jesus in the book of revelation by william d. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Concerning the revelation, his commentary is the most accurate overall among all the reformed, puritan, and later expositors that have commented upon this book. As i published each of the nine volumes, i included the paraphrastic studies, where i had them, in conjunction with the commentary for each book in. 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. Read revelation 7 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ.
A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Filled with references to the novels, this commentary helps readers get an indepth grasp of the book of revelation from a premillennial view. That synopsis of kens is the only part of the book that is coherent and crystal clear. Carson says, for students and welltrained pastors, the commentary that best combines comprehensiveness with biblical fidelity, exegesis with theology, and literary sensitivity with.
In its literary genre it resembles strongly the ot books of ezekiel, daniel, and zechariah. Practical lessons are given throughout based on teaching. It is in the nigtc series, so will require some knowledge of greek. Gentry, kenneth l the beast of revelation second printing. I requested a copy of kens by raziel reid from penguin random house after reading the description. This sharing of a divine characteristic shows the angels importance, which in turn points to the importance of his.
Study the bible online using commentary on preface and more. It contains a fully literal translation of the book of revelation and clear commentary on each section. Wallaces commentary on the book of revelation new testament. The opening verse of revelation tells us that god is revealing god. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god.
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. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Preterist revelation books the beast of revelation by. It will be just right you might say, if you are a goldilocks fan as i am sure all of you are. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. Revelation commentary update postmillennial worldview. Revelation 7 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. The prince of babylon, the heinous, grievous beast of the bottomless pit revelation 9. Wallace 30 september 1896 18 december 1979 was an influential figure among american churches of christ in the earlytomiddle 20th century. Christians throughout history have given almost unanimous affirmation to the identity of the books author as john the apostle, who had been exiled to the island of patmos by the authorities for preaching the gospel in asia. Institute for christian economics, 1994 pdf with commentary at. Barrick the bereans adult bible fellowship placerita baptist church 2011 mission statement this study of the book of revelation gives special attention to the testimony it provides concerning our.
Book of the revelation encyclopedia of the bible bible. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. The book of revelation is unique as the sole totally apocalyptic work in the nt. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. 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. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1.
This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. Thank you for making james durhams works available. The author is currently working on a multivolume commentary on revelation from the perspective. 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. I recommend to everyone, christian or not to read this book. Verse 3 blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of the prophecy, and keep the things that. Reviewed by alex soto when a marriage covenant has been breached by harlotry, offended spouses can pursue divorce. In the case of most books of the bible, determining the date of its authorship, while certainly important, is not necessari ly crucial to its interpretation.
Any god fearing person will find much help and edification reading mr. Judgment chapter i opening message revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. A redemptivehistorical interpretation of revelation. An expository journey through the book of revelation.
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. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. I completed its research and writing in early 2016. Analyzes the writing and themes of the book of revelation.
From early on the book of revelation was more widely accepted in the west than in the east. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. This shorter commentary on revelation is a welcome contribution to the ongoing study of the book of revelation. Navigating the book of revelation by ken gentry technical studies on key issues in revelation, including the sevensealed scroll, the cast out temple, jewish persecution of christianity, the babylonian harlot, and more. Read preface commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. The commentary will not be as large as the revelation commentary.
A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when he delivered to him this revelation v. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of. Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. Our title to the following pages indicates our adherence in some sense to the interpretation of the book of revelation which makes the body of it the nineteen chapters upon which we are entering apply to what is still for us future. Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.
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