Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. Having read through osbornes baker commentary, some of aunes word commentary, a large portion of beales nigtc, and most. This monumental commentary on the book of revelation, originally published in 1999, has been highly acclaimed by scholars, pastors, students, and others seriously interested in interpreting the. The author is committed to a conscientious, accurate understanding of this amazing and important book. A commentarie upon the book of the revelation internet archive. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. The last twenty years of his life wallace wrote a commentary of revelation, two books on civil government, on the new versions of the bible, on the noninstitutional movement and on modernism. Is the book of revelation meant to be understood by the common person.
Revelation commentary introduction to revelation revelation chapter 1 revelation chapters 23 revelation chapter 4. The rider with the scales represents commerce and the economic system with all of its problems such as. This symbolises that jesus was a human being, the son of man. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. One of the ministers of the church calls upon the apostle, with a voice like thunder, to come near, and observe what then appeared. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Who has not wondered about the identity of the beast or considered the implications of satan the devil as a dragon. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god.
It should be the last book of the bible that anyone seeks to become an expert on. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. A significant feature of jesuss life on earth was that he lived lowly without earthly wealth matthew 8. The author and date of revelation the book s author was obviously john revelation 1.
A critical edition of the scholia in apocalypsin with commentary and an english translation, cambridge university press, 20. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. After all, its the only book in the whole bible to which god has attached a special blessing and an awful curse. Publication date 1680 topics bible, puritans publisher glasgow. 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. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. Revelation 6 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. More than one person has abandoned trying to make sense. I include stephen smalleys commentary on revelation in this top 5 list because i believe his view of the dating of the book is essentially.
David pawson a commentary on the book of revelation. David pawson believes that both perspectives are needed to live over the circumstances of the present. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. Without a thorough understanding of the rest of scripture most of revelation will. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. 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. Throughout the books pages, a parade of scrolls, trumpets, vials, books, stars, swords, creatures, battles, angels and. 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. The book of revelation new international commentary on the. Commentary on the book of revelation, 2nd edition 9781883925673.
His approach is reverent, logical, thorough and scholarly. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. This monumental commentary on the book of revelation, originally published in 1999, has been highly acclaimed by scholars, pastors, students, and others seriously interested in interpreting the apocalypse for the benefit of the church. His estrangement with his son william was ended by their reconciliation in 1975. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. An ancient commentary on the book of revelation this is a new critical edition, with translation and commentary, of the scholia in apocalypsin, which were falsely attributed to origen a century ago. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. However, the word revelation shows that this is not so.
Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. David guzik commentary on revelation 1 begins with an opening description of the return of jesus, and the vision that john had of jesus. The book of revelation the new international commentary. The third creature had a face like a man revelation 4. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. A serious student of the bible has to get interested in the book of revelation. Once cassians texts are scrutinized, one finds an entire library, both christian and greek, condensed in his succinct statements. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book.
Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. The book of revelation the new international greek 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. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. The book of revelation focuses on the future and can produce two reactions among christians. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. This new book the book of revelation a study is available to download as a kindle ebook or pdf as the footnotes in the book bear out, most of this new book is a bringing together of various commentaries on revelation, leaning heavily on my favorite and very readable commentary, more than conquerors.
My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. Mounce was widely praised as a standard commentary on the apocalypse. Too often revelation is viewed as a book only about the future. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. The book of revelation the new international greek. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. 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. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god.
The book of revelation contains many strange and fantastic images that inspire the imagination and motivate bible students to chase out their veiled meanings. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. 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. 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. 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. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. 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. Revelation 1 bible commentary on the book of revelation. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. At more that 1200 pages, this commentary is the most detailed written in the word series on any book and sets the standard for revelation commentaries for years to come. Wallaces commentary on the book of revelation new testament. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for.
This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Revelation 7 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. God is revealing great events that will take place in the future. This book is the clearest exposition i have read on the book of revelation. A brief commentary on the book of revelation introduction. Through his writing and speaking, wallace gathered a. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. A majority of biblical scholars attribute the writing of this book to john ibn zebedee son of zebedee, but some disagree. Some people say that the book of revelation is a sealed book and that it cannot be understood. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. When first published, this volume on revelation by robert h. In this new edition, now based on the text of the niv and nestlealand, mounce has revised and expanded his work to reflect more than twenty additional years of mature thought on revelation and to bring his work up to date with the latest scholarship.
Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software. 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. 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 book of revelation the new international commentary on. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Revelation 8 chapter 7 the things contained in this chapter came in after the opening of the six seals, which foretold great calamities in the world. 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. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. 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. Wallace 30 september 1896 18 december 1979 was an influential figure among american churches of christ in the earlytomiddle 20th century. The letter is addressed to seven churches in asia 1. These comments include extensive sections from didymus the blinds lost commentary on the apocalypse. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways.
The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Without sacrificing scholarly perspective or academic rigor, it is written to be accessible for a wide audience including pastors, scholars, teachers, seminarians, and interested lay people. The book of revelation is one of those books of the bible that anyone can read and come to a completely different understanding than another person that has read the text as well. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of. The book is a mosaic of allusions, quotations, and images taken from the jewish scriptures, and it interprets these in terms of the person of christ.
And what is more, it is a revelation of jesus christ and is complimentary to the gospels. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. A study is available to download as a kindle ebook or pdf as the footnotes in the book bear out, most of this new book is a bringing together of various commentaries on revelation, leaning heavily on my favorite and very readable commentary, more than conquerors. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john.
It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. 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. A commentarie upon the book of the revelation by durham, james, 16221658. Revelation 1 sets the tone for the rest of the book. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Epub format suitable for reading on mobile book readers such as the nook. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1. This commentary has been through advanced checking. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. Understanding the book of revelation 3 understanding the book of revelation he book of revelation is placed last in the bible for good reason.