The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. The revelation of jesus christ is a book of prophecy on the end times and comprises the final book of the new testament and of the bible. 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 scorpions and teeth like the teeth of lions and other no less terrifying accounts of. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Some people consider revelation to be the most difficult book in the bible. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. 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 author names himself as john in the text, but his precise identity remains a point of academic debate. Dec 17, 2019 the book of revelation is unique, in that it describes a series of visions that may or may be taken literally.
Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ, which. 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. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. See whats new in logos 8 explore all features schedule a demo howtos. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john nlt. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. 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. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Mar 07, 2012 the book of revelation, the final book of the new testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the bible. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world.
The book of revelation, the final book of the new testament, has some of the most dramatic and frightening language in the bible. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. 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. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. The book of revelation the smart guide to the bible series richards, larry on. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which this book is an. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The book of revelation by the apostle john outlines the end of the world and the second coming of jesus christ. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Dating when the book was written is not without controversy. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope.
In this view, the book contains neither historical allusions nor predictive prophecy. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Relates to the things which are, that is, the then present state of the church, and contains the epistle of john to the seven churches, and his account of the appearance of the lord jesus, and his direction to the apostle to write what he beheld, ch. All these prophecies come together in the book of revelation. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. The book of revelation the smart guide to the bible series kindle edition by nelson, thomas, richards, larry.
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. Dec 08, 2017 the book of revelation read by alexander scourby. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. Outside of revelation, examples of apocalyptic literature in the bible are daniel chapters 712, isaiah chapters 2427, ezekiel chapters 3741, and zechariah chapters 914. See the list below for their most common abbreviations. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. In the final chapters of the bible, the four horsemen of.
John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. The book of revelations, it must be admitted, is perhaps not the lightest read in the bible. Jan 02, 2020 the description of the antichrist mentioned in daniel 9. In the book of revelation, the seven seals are the seven symbolic seals greek. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. During the 1st century ce, judaism was composed of about 24 separate religious groups. However literal the prophecies may or may not be, the point is clear. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in. Some of these were the sadducees, pharisees, essenes, various groups within the christian movement, followers of john the baptist, etc. In the book of daniel, chapter 7, these nations are symbolized by a winged.
John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. Gods wrath will be on the earth, the beast will be revealed, and plagues and suffering will occur. The book of revelation outlines the final showdown between god himself and his adversary satan, in the final days of mankind. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a. Many christians scratch their heads as they read through johns illustrative visions.
The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. When one dates the book will certainly have a bearing upon ones interpretation of the book, especially if one follows the preterist view. Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution. The opening of the seals of the document occurs in revelation chapters 58 and marks the second coming. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. The book of revelation asv american standard version. The book of revelation the smart guide to the bible series. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. Mar 19, 2019 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.
Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Book of revelation simple english wikipedia, the free. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time.
There are many different ways to interpret these visions, and there have been many arguments over which way is right. This view also ignores revelations prophetic character and, if carried to its logical conclusion, severs the book from any connection with actual historical events. The book of revelation is the final book of the bible in which john the apostle outlined his visions of the end times. The book of revelation was written to seven churches as both encouragement and challenge. 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. The book of revelation is the only apocalyptic document in the new testament canon. Trump, america, the book of revelation, bible prophecy. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book of revelation gives us a few details about what this time period will entail.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of revelation the smart guide to the bible series. Many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the. The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. Thus, it occupies a central place in christian eschatology.