Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. He identifies variants in the following revelation verses on his web pages, revelation 1. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. For i testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, if any man shall add unto these things, god shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book. This title provides assurance that he will give the promised blessings to his redeemed people. The picture in verse 2 is straight forward and is not intended to be made complicated. Jesus wellknown olivet prophecy contains probably the most familiar description of christs return. Have you ever tried to read the book of revelation. This book opens with the greek words, apokalypsis iesou christou the revelation of jesus christ. I am alpha and omega, saith the lord alpha is the first, omega the last letter in the greek alphabet. The book of revelation is a powerful book about the past, the end times, so here are the 17 best bible verses from the book of revelation for you to read. The same word was used when paul saw jesus on the damascus road.
Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Then the sign of the son of man will appear in heaven, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the son of man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. The author of the work identifies himself in the text as john and says that he was on patmos, an island in the aegean, when he was instructed by a heavenly figure to write. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation.
Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Most popular bible verses from revelation scripture. He sent his angel and presented it to his slave john. Revelation 1 new international version niv biblica. This is his report concerning the message from god and the truth revealed by jesus christ. Verses 4 8 comprise an extended greeting to the seven churches in asia later specifically named in verse 11, as well as in chapters 2 and 3. 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. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Nov 24, 2019 the book of revelation is a powerful book about the past, the end times, so here are the 17 best bible verses from the book of revelation for you to read. The one, who is, and who was and who is to come is clearly identified from the context. 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.
The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Discover the most popular bible verses from revelation in this collection of scripture. The seventh and the final seal opened up with nothing but total silence in heaven for the space of half an hour. Let his enemies boast and rage ever so much in the intermediate time, yet he is both the alpha, or beginning, and the omega, or end, of all things. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. The verse by verse 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. Book of revelation in the textus receptus king james. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible. A lot of people start reading the bible and skip to the end to find out what happens. His list of variants show the extent to which the book of revelation was corrupted at an early stage.
The book is identified as the revelation of jesus christ. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century. We are to live righteously, pleasing god, worshiping god, and knowing that through jesus we have the ultimate victory. The rider of the horse is given a crown, that is, he is given authority. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author. And christ sent his angel to show it to his servant john, 2 who has told everything he saw. Before we look at the details of this new heaven and earth, it is important to know that this is not the first time this. The book of revelation has been shrouded in mystery for a good portion of the church age. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. 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.
In the simple majesty of its solemn language it reminds us of the opening of st. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. In verses 1 and 4, we learn that the one who received this revelation and wrote this. May 10, 2017 have you ever tried to read the book of revelation. It is to show his slaves the things that must shortly take place. I am alpha and omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the lord, which is.
And when he had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven about the space of half an hour. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. Update on december 17, 2019 by pastor jack wellman. Who is worthy to open the scroll and to break its seals. The seventh seal is opened and seven angels appear with seven trumpets, ready to proclaim the purposes of god. Dec 17, 2019 many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the prophecies or not. Many verses in revelation apply to life today, whether we are living in the midst of one of the prophecies or not. The most popular bible verses from revelation found 404 verses revelation 3. 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 is a book in the new testament that mainly focuses on the predictions of the end times in christianity. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. Revelation 6 new international version niv biblica.
The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. Grace and peace to you from him who is, and who was, and who is to come, and from the seven spirits before his throne, and from jesus christ, who is the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. The reason the winds are restrained is explained in verses 23. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The first word, apokalypsis revelation, gives this book its title. Cultural backgrounds study bible, personal size, red letter edition. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. Revelation chapter 8 1 and after these things i saw four angels standing on the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, nor on the sea, nor on any tree. The book of revelation is the only book in the new testament that begins by specifically stating its source, the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to himand signified it by his angel to his servant john rev. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. Many through the centuries have even suggested that this book of the bible be avoided because of the depth and mystery of its symbolism. 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 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. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also. Bullinger, whose book, the giver and his gifts, is footnoted in this book. 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. However, johns aim is not to confuse the reader, but rather to bless them revelation 1. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version revelation is the final book in the holy bible. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. Verse by verse commentary on the revelation a testimony of jesus christ by tony garland. The promise is to give to the thirsty from the spring of living water as a gift. God will bless the study of it, we need to hear it, we are commanded to preach the whole council of the word and revelation is a part of it. I am the alpha and the omega, says the lord god, who is and who was and who is to come, the almighty. Revelation chapter 8 book of revelation each scripture is. Because of the phrase, the alpha and the omega, many feel this verse refers.
I am alpha and omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the almighty. This book, above all, shows the lord jesus christ and reveals him to us. Well send you a new verse every day to download or share. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come.
John is going to be told what this new heaven and new earth looks like in verses 3 8. 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. He also describes himself as the beginning and end. 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. May you be encouraged and inspired by these 19 quotes from the book of revelation. Another angel, a second, followed, saying, fallen, fallen is babylon the great, she who made all nations drink the wine of the passion of her sexual immorality. Jesus began the book of revelation calling himself the alpha and omega in revelation 1.
He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Verse 1 of this chapter clearly belongs to the opening of the seven seals, namely the seventh, and thus rightly belongs to the preceding chapter, not chapter 8. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The book of revelation is rooted in the old testament. The book of revelation, often known simply as revelation or the apocalypse, is the final book of the bible and is the only purely apocalyptic book in the new testament. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin.
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