And sometime read it alongside one of the better commentaries. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of nonsense to a masterpiece. By connecting revelation to the old testament prophecies i believe we can understand the book as the first century audience did. The key to bible interpretation, especially for the book of revelation, is to have a consistent hermeneutic. The images in revelation have a foundation in prophetic books of the scriptures. On this page i will answer questions that students have frequently asked in my three decades of teaching 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 second woe, with its horses and horsemen, is found in revelation 9. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has. Discover books of the bible this web site explains various books of the bible, by explaining each individual scripture. Can we use that logic when were understanding revelations in the bible.
The purpose of this 5 session study is to provide a biblical understanding of what death is and where it leads. Traditionally, interpreters have approached revelation in four primary ways. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study. Hermeneutics is the study of the principles of interpretation. But i really could use some information on what tools or books i could use to study deep instead of just reading through it. Nov 20, 2008 understanding the book of revelation is an excellent christian booklet with revelation bible charts that explain the symbols. Yet most people believe that this final book of the bible cannot be understood at allthat its language and symbols are too confusing to make sense. It is the only book in the bible with blessings reading, hearing and keeping it. This page is an indepth bible study of the book of revelation based on the concordia commentary of revelation by dr. 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. As mentioned before, the books very name means to reveal to unveil, to open to understanding what otherwise could not be comprehended. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. The new testament includes books that are biographies, histories, letters, sermons, and one book of apocalyptic prophecy.
The last book in the bible is probably one of the most misunderstood. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Understanding the book of revelation is an excellent christian booklet with revelation bible charts that explain the symbols. Discover the 66 books of the bible discover books of the. In our study of the book of revelation, we must start out with the clear understanding that. You will start understanding the book of revelation. This article examines the book of revelation and is the concluding part of a letter we wrote, the first part being posted in a previous article on this website 2. The key to understanding woe number one is given in revelation 9. Language changes across generations and culture but pictures. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is. Dec 08, 2017 the book of revelation read by alexander scourby. Appreciate the imagery and enjoy the drama as it unfolds in the book.
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. Many people say that the book is in signs or coded thus only few people can understand it. Like all books of the bible, revelation was written in a particular time and place to particular people. The many lessons show you how to understand the book. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Includes definitions, symbols, ways of approaching the text, and different interpretations. The events described in many places in the bible give a horrific view of what will be taking place on the earth at this time. Understanding the book of revelation pamphlet is a basic guide to bible prophecy. I wanted to share it with all of you, because this was significant in helping me to properly understand what the word of god has to say about this controversial subject and because students of bible prophecy absolutely love charts and timelines. Reading it straight through in one, two, or three settings is very helpful because you will see connections. Historical bible study doesnt treat revelation as a cosmology textbook. Read and study revelation, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. If we did not realize already that it takes a lifetime to understand the bible and thats a good thing, the point is driven home when we get to the last book in the biblerevelation.
However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a revelation or manifestation and to be revealed. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. So, having briefly examined the passages for which you requested that i clarify my position, i would suggest looking into the book of revelation now and carrying these understandings with us. It is calculated that there are over five hundred references or allusions to the old testament in revelation. Understanding the book of revelation christian bible studies. It is important to understand when you read about the tribulation in matthew 24 and in revelation, that the book of revelation.
All through the book of revelation there are the most precious, elevating promises, and there are also warnings of the most fearfully solemn import. It is important to understand when you read about the tribulation in matthew 24 and in revelation, that the book of revelation is not written in exact chronological order. We pray this lesson will give you helpful and inspiring understanding that you can use in your life and your further studies of gods inspired word. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. What is the best way to study the book of revelation. It starts out simply enough, it is a revelation in greek, apocalypse from jesus christ, it is a prophecy, and it comes as a letter to seven churches.
The testimony of christ, a testimony of the most solemn character, is to be borne to the world. Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. The book of revelation is so easy to read and understand. The theme of the book is the events leading up to the jesus second coming. From the study of darrel mitchell revelation is the most controversial book in the bible and, yet, it is the only book, which specifically promises a blessing to those who hear it, and who meditate upon it. Several core lessons deal with subjects such as times and seasons, tribulation, the dragon, heaven, etc. Understanding the book of revelation bible prophecy and. But its also saturated with symbolism and prophecy, which has led to a variety of methods of interpretation. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic.
Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. 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. It is the revelation of jesus given by god to john then to us. The book of revelation is coded and was coded by the writer, apostle john, for several reasons. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a 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. It comes from my lutheran study bible and includes both a brief summary of the book of revelation and a handy charttimeline. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. In the same way that we must read a novel cover to cover before understanding it properly, so must bible students have an understanding of the bible s first 65 books before they can truly understand its final book. Instead of relegating bible prophecy to oblivion, the honest student of gods word will give himself to diligent study of this book of the hour, and discover for himself what god has revealed by this revelation. Revelation 6 the seals i watched as the lamb bible gateway.
The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him. To understand the book of revelation, we need the same things that help us to understand the rest of the bible. As mentioned before, the book s very name means to reveal to unveil, to open to understanding what otherwise could not be comprehended. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible lahaye, tim, parker, timothy on. Nicholas orthodox church scripture study bible study book of revelations with fr. Bible prophecy was not written to frighten, or bewilder, but to aid the reader in understanding gods program for time and eternity.
Yet most people believe that this final book of the bible. Reagans book, wrath and glory, covers the book of revelation chapter by chapter. 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. Apr 28, 2015 what can we do to understand the book of revelation. Over the years i have been asked if i had any other books of the bible that are explained like the one for the book of revelation. The authenticity of few books in the bible has been more furiously assailed by critics that the book of daniel. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general.
Book of revelation study guide what does the bible say. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge. Louis brighton and the online commentary the book of revelation. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title. Revelation 1 study of the book of chapter by chapter and verse by verse. The interpretation of the book revelation lamb and. Its bible on your screen pastor in your headphones with clear, relatable teaching so you can understand.
For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. Revelation 2020 verse by verse ministry international. It seems likely this power will be a type of resurgence of the old roman empire. It starts out simply enough, it is a revelation in greek, apocalypse from jesus christ, it is a prophecy. This is the reason that a knowledge of the rest of the bible is imperative to an understanding of the book of revelation. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning unveiling and, yet. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. Im trying to study revelations and so far its been good. Come explore the works of temple scholar frank shallieu. In order to understand the time line of events in revelation, it is important to understand how the book of revelation is structured. Dragons and beasts, wrath and grace what does it mean. During my studies at bible college, i was introduced to an excellent text book by david desilva an introduction to the nt who, when exegeting the book of revelation poured scorn on the approach that many believe is a pattern laid out in the 7 letters and reflected in your study. Top 10 bible studies on revelation for fall 2019 christian bible.
The bible was written so that average people could read the words found on its pages and understand the meaning. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. The power that brings destruction to man is told to us in revelation 17. Ttws audio guides walk you through each passage in just 5 minutes. The book of revelation is not primarily to enlighten you and me about prophecy but to encounter jesus personally. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. Background information as to the setting, conditions, and purpose for the writing of the book of revelation by john the apostle. Recently i decided to read the bible, and i started with the book of revelation. Many major entities and symbols in the book of revelation are introduced earlier in the bible.
But after the first few chapters i really got confused, and i dont understand what its talking about. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. The key to understanding is the mysterious book of revelation is comprehending its story flow. Keys to understanding revelation united church of god. Instead of relegating bible prophecy to oblivi on, the honest student of gods word will give himself to diligent study of this book of the hour, and discover for himself wh at god has revealed by this revelation. In other words, it is the way you interpret scripture. Over the years i have been asked if i had any other books of the bible that are explained like the one for the book of revelation which took a year to complete. Likewise, we could see revelation as the final chapter in gods 66chapter novel called the bible. Eastern orthodox bible study the book of revelation class. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the.
Many people think that it is a chronological record of events from start to finish and that the entirety of revelation is prophecy. But the content it consists of is too important to miss out on. The book of revelation was written during the times of great church persecution. If we did not realize already that it takes a lifetime to understand the bible and thats a good thing, the point is driven home when we get to the last book in the bible revelation. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr. An overview of revelation multimedia training kit covers the book of revelation verse by verse. You see, the book of revelation is the sixtysixth book of the bible, and it comes. In the book s last chapter god reiterates that his words were given to reveal and not to be sealed revelation 22. The book is said to make several historical blunders. Decoding the bibles most mysterious book, jimmy akin unlocks the secrets of revelation so that anyone can understand them.
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