Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 7 and more. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. Our title to the following pages indicates our adherence in some sense to the interpretation of the book of revelation which makes the body of it the nineteen chapters upon which we are entering apply to what is still for us future. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book. That synopsis of kens is the only part of the book that is coherent and crystal clear. It contains a fully literal translation of the book of revelation and clear commentary on each section. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation.
To understand this controversial book, the author explores the many connections between the visions seen by the apostle john and previous prophetic revelation given to old testament. It will be just right you might say, if you are a goldilocks fan as i am sure all of you are. Navigating the book of revelation by ken gentry technical studies on key issues in revelation, including the sevensealed scroll, the cast out temple, jewish persecution of christianity, the babylonian harlot, and more. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. This commentary has been through advanced checking. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Carson says, for students and welltrained pastors, the commentary that best combines comprehensiveness with biblical fidelity, exegesis with theology, and literary sensitivity with. Gentry, kenneth l the beast of revelation second printing. That the god of our lord jesus christ, the father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. Before jerusalem fell dating the book of revelation. Revelation 7 commentary a testimony of jesus christ.
Revelation unveiled lays the scriptural foundation for left behind and tribulation force. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. From early on the book of revelation was more widely accepted in the west than in the east. This angel is described as producing his own radiance, an attribute often given to god.
You can find the best commentary on revelation for. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. Through his writing and speaking, wallace gathered a. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. This sharing of a divine characteristic shows the angels importance, which in turn points to the importance of his. But this is absolutely not the case with the book of revelation. The opening verse of revelation tells us that god is revealing god. If one assumes that the book is about the future return of jesus, then the imagery in the book takes on a prophetic value. Read revelation 7 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Judgment chapter i opening message revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ. A redemptivehistorical interpretation of revelation. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The book of revelation is unique as the sole totally apocalyptic work in the nt. The consensus choice for the best commentary on the book of revelation seems to be beales. Concerning the revelation, his commentary is the most accurate overall among all the reformed, puritan, and later expositors that have commented upon this book. Ken raggio bible study lessons sermons resources prophecy. The commentary will not be as large as the revelation commentary. Tony garland presents a detailed study of the book of revelation emphasizing prophetic themes from the rest of the bible which find their fulfillment in revelation. Indeed the earliest extant commentaries on revelation in greek date from oecumeniuss commentary in the sixth century, which was soon accompanied by that of andrew of caesarea. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. This is a very readable commentary presented in everyday language by a fine biblical scholar.
Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Wallaces commentary on the book of revelation new testament.
As i published each of the nine volumes, i included the paraphrastic studies, where i had them, in conjunction with the commentary for each book in. An expository journey through the book of revelation. In the case of most books of the bible, determining the date of its authorship, while certainly important, is not necessari ly crucial to its interpretation. Barrick the bereans adult bible fellowship placerita baptist church 2011 mission statement this study of the book of revelation gives special attention to the testimony it provides concerning our. Beales shorter commentary on revelation compresses all the treasures of the parent volume in the nigtc series into a more accessible package. Ken is a widely respected lecturer, author, and scholar. In its literary genre it resembles strongly the ot books of ezekiel, daniel, and zechariah. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. I requested a copy of kens by raziel reid from penguin random house after reading the description. It is a communication or unfolding of the details of future things by our lord jesus christ. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. The author is currently working on a multivolume commentary on revelation from the perspective. Analyzes the writing and themes of the book of revelation.
Thanks for your interest in my revelation commentary titled. Any god fearing person will find much help and edification reading mr. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. I recommend to everyone, christian or not to read this book. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship god. A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when he delivered to him this revelation v. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the spirit empowers us to share christ with others. It is in the nigtc series, so will require some knowledge of greek. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. Institute for christian economics, 1994 pdf with commentary at. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. This shorter commentary on revelation is a welcome contribution to the ongoing study of the book of revelation. The seals 1 and i saw when the lamb opened one of the seals, and i heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, come and see.
A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. 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. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Book of the revelation encyclopedia of the bible bible. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness.
Read preface commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. I completed its research and writing in early 2016. The testimony of jesus in the book of revelation by william d. Study the bible online using commentary on preface and more. Again, the peculiar and precise language that both affirms and guards the. The prince of babylon, the heinous, grievous beast of the bottomless pit revelation 9. Filled with references to the novels, this commentary helps readers get an indepth grasp of the book of revelation from a premillennial view. This book is written as an aid for pastors who want to preach through the book of revelation it might make a good gift for your pastor or your church library. Preterist revelation books the beast of revelation by kenneth gentry, before jerusalem fell by ken gentry, back to the future by. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries.
Christians throughout history have given almost unanimous affirmation to the identity of the books author as john the apostle, who had been exiled to the island of patmos by the authorities for preaching the gospel in asia. Commentary on the book of revelation or, a disclosure from jesus christ about what must shortly come to pass by tom stewart chapters 119 only in progress question. Practical lessons are given throughout based on teaching. Preterist revelation books the beast of revelation by. Revelation chapter 1 coffmans commentary of the new. Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for. Verse 3 blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of the prophecy, and keep the things that. The fall of babylon the great verse 1 1 after these things i saw another angel come down from heaven, having great power, and the earth was illuminated with his glory commentary. Thank you for making james durhams works available.
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