Using the english new testament, this course surveys the new testament epistles and the apocalypse. The first part of the book discusses among other things, the date this book was written, symbolism, interpretations, theme and purpose of the book. 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. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. And hilkiah the high priest said unto shaphan the scribe, i have found the book of the law in the house of the lord. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Not very long time since, but almost in our day towards the end of domitians reign. John addressed the book of revelation to the seven churches that are in. Because the book is complex, there are many interpretations as to its meaning. 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. Ghostbusters actually quotes the book of revelation. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. This booklet is meant to provide a short introduction and then questions for each major section of.
In a sense, the apostle john is merely a witness or observer of the visions and sayings that we find. John, son of zebedee, was the beloved disciple who also wrote the fourth gospel and 1, 2 and 3 john. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. Introduction to the book of revelation bible study. The three major divisions of revelation must be clearly held if the interpretation is to be sane and coherent.
Revelation 1 new king james version nkjv introduction and benediction. The book of revelation an introduction and commentary. 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. Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1. Revelation on frontline heres all kinds of informative coverage from pbs on the last and creepiest book of the bible. The ending is called the epilogue and is found in revelation 22.
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. Preterists understand the book exclusively in terms of its firstcentury setting, claiming that most of its events have already taken place. We touch on themes of the apocalypse and apolyptic literature. While the book of genesis tells how paradise was lost, revelation tells how paradise will be regained. 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. The english title comes from the latin revelatio which in its verb form means to reveal or unveil that which has previously been hidden.
This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Revelation was written by the apostle john in about 96 c. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible society. This book is the best commentary on the book of revelation that i have read. 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. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Revelation introduction scofield reference bible commentary.
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. Revelation 1 tpt johns introduction this is the bible. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. Verse 1 opens the book with the words, the revelation of jesus christ. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study. A brief introduction and overview of the book of revelations. 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. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in. Revelation is often described as a the revelation of john. Revelation, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The was the title given to the book in the latin vulgate3. 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. Historicists take it as describing the long chain of events from patmos to the end of history.
Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The entire book of revelation shows this concept at work. 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. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation introduction and more. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. And hilkiah gave the book to shaphan, and he read it. Revelation introduction, new american bible, revised. Revelation is an apocalyptic prophecy with an epistolary introduction addressed to seven churches in the roman province of asia. Introduction to revelation bible exposition commentary. Revelation has caused major divisions between denominations, churches and. Disciple lessons from the book of revelation is an 8lesson, interative internet bible study series.
If you have further questions, please comment on this page or check the menu above to find other interesting studies on biblical prophecy. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter.
While debated by some, he was most likely the apostle john, brother of james, and author of the gospel of john and three epistles. Scripture is a complete whole, its component books, written in a period. Revelation intro to revelation biblica the international bible. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. It was during the roman period that the church was persecuted but eventually overcame this persecution to spread the gospel throughout the.
Jesus christ is the divine author of this revelation 1. Revelation introduction, new american bible, revised edition. Mar 06, 2018 this is an introductory series that is a followup to the book warning. The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time. Introduction and benediction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Futurists place the book primarily in the end times. Revelation 1 the passion translation tpt johns introduction. 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. 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. Many people consider the book of revelation intimidating.
I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. 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. Revelation united states conference of catholic bishops. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. It too was used for preserving and later publishing revelation texts. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is presented in scripture as imminent, but. 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. Importance of the book revelation is the culmination of all books of the bible revelation brings to conclusion the many prophesies of the bible. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible. If we have a proper starting point, it can be both exciting and spiritually edifying.
Revelation is often described as a the revelation of john meaning the revelation to john1 b. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. A tale of two cities revelation 1722 the meaning of revelation for our work. 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. The book of revelation is the most controversial book in the bible. Revelation, chapter 1, introduction bible explained. But the bible records not one hundred but over three hundred prophecies fulfilled in jesus christs first coming, not to mention his last. John, identified as one who bore witness to the word of god, and to the testimony of jesus christ. Symbolism of the book is found elsewhere no less than 400 allusions to the old testament. This is the books real title, not what the greeks titled it, apokalypsis ioannouthe revelation of john. The book of revelations, it must be admitted, is perhaps not the lightest read in the bible.
Introduction to the book of revelation its current significance. The book of revelation check out the full text of revelation, so you can relive all the freaky visions firsthand. Interpreters of revelation normally fall into four groups. Introduction united states conference of catholic bishops. Bible commentary on revelation introduction book introduction revelation. 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. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Revelation 1 nkjv introduction and benediction the. The introduction and historical background alone are worth the price of this book. 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.
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 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. 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. Note the similarities hold your mouse over a colored section to see the details. Then, too, it must be borne in mind that the revelation was written in a state of heightened spiritual excitement in the spirit, 1. Nov 27, 2016 a systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. 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. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Frontispiece, book of revelation, bible of san paolo fuori le mura, 9th century. That means digging deeply into any passage to find a harmonious picture.
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