The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the. The book of revelation, what god revealed to the apostle john, is a great prophecy mystery. The bible, american standard version, updated english language version, in html format, with html name hyperlink name tags for each verse. God has given no additional revelations beyond the bible. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. The book of revelation old and new testament bible.
Based on keeners revelation commentary in the niv application commentary series, these lessons explore the links between the bibles final book and how we should live our lives today. In chapters, john describes the details of the setting as he received this revelation unveiling of truth. Bible summary revelation 1 revelation bible book summary. And no guide makes revelation more understandable than the smart guide to the bible. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed. Bible verses related to the book of revelation from the king james version kjv by relevance sort by book order revelation 20. No new testament book has caused as much confusion and been subjected to as many varied interpretations as revelation. A bible study by jack kelley the throne in heaven after this i looked, and there before me was a door standing open in heaven. This specific translation has been selected for its clear, unbiased and modern style. The principal divisions of the book of revelation are the following. These indepth versebyverse studies harmonize the holy bible from genesis to revelation. What the bible narrates from genesis to revelation is too overwhelming to comprehend. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1.
Therefore, many believers and pastors avoid the book of revelation because they lack proper biblical interpretation. John wrote that revelation is special because, blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app. The book of revelation by john the apostle bible probe. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Book of revelation simple english wikipedia, the free. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible which promises a blessing. John the word became flesh 1 1 in the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god. Promises in revelation the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. Revelation is the most difficult book of the bible if approached incorrectly. The author of this book was undoubtedly john the apostle. Revelation home bible study, church of the nazarene earle, ralph on. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation.
Youll grasp the meaning of each verse, youll understand every important symbol, and youll get the big picture of all that god has promised for those who believe in him. There is a very interesting new book entitled socialscience commentary on the book of revelation by bruce j. This is his report concerning the message from god and the truth revealed by jesus christ. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. The seven seals, trumpets, and plagues, with interludes 6. This is what the bible emphatically teaches and the bible has the seal and approval of jesus christ, the son of god, whom god raised from the dead as proof not only of the truth of scripture, but of the fact that every unbeliever must face jesus christ at the great white. Revelation 1 authorized king james version akjv 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass.
Revelation summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of revelation for bible study or sunday school lessons. Promises in revelation bible promises, salvationpromises. God gave him this revelation in order to show his servants what must happen very soon. Revelation home bible study, church of the nazarene. Revelation 1 new international version niv biblica.
This book presents the vision of john regarding future events around his time or even possibly yet to come now of the last days. Coming attractions for you 2020s most anticipated movies. In other words the bible is complete and adequate and reveals to us all god wants us to know. Keener teaching through the book of revelation in 22 engaging and challenging lessons. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. The book of revelation the book of revelation 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. 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. The book of revelation is gods message to all who are concerned about the future. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Special revelation ceased with the end of the new testament. 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. Bible living lets talk about mental illness stephen altrogge. The revelation god has given is totally adequate to instruct us in the things of god today.
This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. Breaking the apocalypse code inspiration ministries. They posit that the book of revelation in the bible is an astral prophecy. T o those who teach it read it aloud a nd to those who read it hear it a nd keep what is written in it.
Revelation, book of ebd the apocalypse, the closing book and the only prophetical book of the new testament canon. The book of revelation is the culmination of the prophecies about the end times, beginning with the old testament. Mounces treatment of revelation is now available in a revised edition dated 2008. Start with the book of john, then read through acts and the rest of the new. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world coming to an. And the voice i had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, come up here, and i will show you what must take place after this. The book of revelation, bible stories for adults, nt youtube.
Read through these highly informative booklets today. Revelation, a video study features top new testament scholar craig s. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading four views on the book of revelation counterpoints. I heard or read somewhere that the book of revelation isnt included in catholic bibles, but that they have 73 books instead of the protestant 66, which protestants know as the apocryp. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. The events of revelation are the events that occur in the book of revelation of the new. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter.
The revelation research foundation is dedicated to the discovery and preservation of the history, archaeology, and literature of the bible. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use of both. The book is presented as a letter from john to the seven churches in whatistoday turkey. Revelation rarely quotes directly from the old testament, yet almost every verse alludes to or echoes older scriptures. Any who claim to have new visions or new revelations from god violate the biblical prohibition against such new teachings, and ignore the teachings of the church through the centuries. They are divided into two sections labeled old testament and new testament. 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. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. Today we continue to witness a surge of popular interest in bible prophecy and questions concerning such matters as the last days and the second coming of christ. 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. It has drawn the attention of numerous scholars throughout the ages, all trying to interpret the meaning of it.
Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. How early christians managed to offend just about everybody michael j. It also rates very strongly when measured by its general. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible. If you are reading through the bible for the first time, i suggest that you start reading the new testament first. Christ made these things known to his servant john by sending his angel to him, 2 and john has told all that he has seen. The book of revelation, which is sometimes called revelation to john, apocalypse of john, or revelation of jesus christ is the last book of the new testament in. Four views on the book of revelation counterpoints. Why do catholic bibles not include the book of revelation. Just like in these few chapters of revelation where figures and symbols are cited, in the other parts of the rest of the scriptures there are also numerous items that warrant deeper study for which time is the. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
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