Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an understanding of the first 39 books of the bible, the old testament. Comprehensive and understandable, the new collegeville bible commentary series brings the timeless messages and relevance of the new testament to todays readers. It was written by john while he was exiled to patmos and discusses end times prophecy, the return of jesus christ, and other revelations. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. The commentary section includes running commentary on the bible text with reference to several modern versions, espe. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ in the sense that it belongs to him, he is the one. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a.
Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. In this view, the book contains neither historical allusions nor predictive prophecy. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than 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.
An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Pretribulational means that he believes that the church both living and dead saints will be raptured to heaven before the seven year great tribulation. Revelation commentary matthew henry commentary on the. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 1 a letter from the lord of the candlesticks. 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.
And it shall be, when thou hast made an end of reading this book, that thou shalt bind a stone to it, and cast it into the midst of euphrates. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Revelations was written some time between 60 and 90 ad. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 18 by tom. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages and prophecies of the past, and links it all into the events to unfold in the near future. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. Christ will bring forward this book of life, and show the names of the faithful, before god, and all the angels, at the great day. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. This is why it is sometimes called the book with seven seals and is much neglected by many christians. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1.
Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 18 by tom stewart. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Your credit card wont be charged until the trial period is over. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. Complete bible commentary on the book of revelation chapter 1 with king james bible text. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. I have already listened to his learn the bible in 24hrs commentary 3 times, and i just finished my second round of his book of revelation commentary. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. About the bible only revelation commentary the author is a firm believer in the wordforword inspiration and all sufficiency of the bible.
This commentary has been through advanced checking. Chapters 45 see notes take place in heaven after the rapture of the church chapter 6 see notes details six seal judgments and encompasses the first half of the tribulation chapter 7 see notes is a parenthetical chapter that. 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. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. 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. Study revelation 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is. John was wonderfully rewarded for his devotion to the cause of spreading.
A commentary on the book of revelation what saith the scripture. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. 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. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which this book is an. The book of revelation is beyond doubt the most fascinating, the most difficult to interpret, and the most poetical of all the books in the bible. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john, 2 who faithfully reported everything he saw. Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected. Ryries perspective is pretribulational and premillennial. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. 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.
Revelation 1 bible commentary on the book of revelation. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. This product is available for logos bible software. During the early 1800s the power of the ottoman empire was waning, a spiritual revival known as the great. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. The book of revelation, also sometimes referred to as the apocalypse, contains both literal and figurative prophecies, and both literal and figurative events. With recent scholarship, this series provides vital background and addresses important questions such as authorship and cultural context. This view also ignores revelations prophetic character and, if carried to its logical conclusion, severs the book from any connection with actual historical events. This book is a commentary on the book of revelation, written on a popular level yet influenced by scholarship.
Revelation overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this versebyverse commentary contain gems of information found nowhere outside the ancient jewish writings. Bible book of revelation commentary on the bible book of. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. 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. The new collegeville bible commentary includes new american bible translation and will appeal. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. 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 next step is to enter your payment information. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Revelation 1, new living translation nlt the bible app. Christ has his book of life, a register of all who shall inherit eternal life. A theological exposition of sacred scripture is written to enable pastors and teachers of the word to proclaim the gospel with greater insight, clarity, and faithfulness to the divine intent of the biblical text. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway.
All the lines of biblical prophecy seem to converge in it, bringing the whole of the old testament to an apotheosis of divine purpose. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. The divine origin, the design, and the importance of this book. The image and superscription of this book are truly sacred and divine, and the matter of it agreeable with other prophetical books, particularly ezekiel and daniel. Revelation 3 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. 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. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. The book of revelations is the last book in the new testament. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Chapters 23 gave us a history lesson on seven churches that existed in asia minor. Introduction to the book of revelation its current significance.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Starting your free trial of bible gateway plus is easy. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of. The book of revelation is rooted in the old testament. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account. This is his report of the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. 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. Afterwards, you will agree with me that revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general.