We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The book of revelation in an age of cultural conflict. While we have attempted to include relevant endnotes and other references, we apologize for any errors or oversights. Book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. 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. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Conventional understanding until recent times was that the book of revelation was written to comfort beleaguered christians as they underwent persecution at.
Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. But recognizing this comes from understanding how to read this kind of apocalyptic literature. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible.
Wallace lived out his later years, holding meetings, writing or rewriting almost of all of his books and writing occasionally for the religious press. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. Chronological issues in the book of revelation robert l. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software.
It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. This sharing of a divine characteristic shows the angels importance, which in turn points to the importance of his. The first of these commands, perhaps more than any other in the entire book of revelation, sums up the books message. His approach is reverent, logical, thorough and scholarly. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 18. Revelation 18 commentary the first appeal to the people of.
The vision of the mighty angel in chapter 10, and the vision of the two witnesses in chapter 11 correspond to each other but are not in chronological order. Some scholars, includin and g lindsey walvoord, believe tha alt threl e. Thank you for making james durhams works available. Oliver buswell jr library commentaries on revelation. Here is ancient law of lex talionis eye for an eye which echoes throughout the book of revelation. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. After the exordium, and the seven epistles to the seven churches of asia minor, to whose angels or bishops the book seems to be dedicated, revelation 1. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Aug, 2012 a good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. 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 prophets such as daniel, ezekiel, and others. Revelation 7 commentary a testimony of jesus christ. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god.
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. 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. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. I recommend to everyone, christian or not to read this book. David guzik commentary on revelation 1 begins with an opening description of the return of jesus, and the vision that john had of jesus.
Socialscience commentary on the book of revelation bruce malina on. When the work is finished he will put on his kingly garments and return to earth to claim his people. Home fathers of the church commentary on the apocalypse. John wants his readers to make a clean break with the roman empire and everything it represents. Concerning the revelation, his commentary is the most accurate overall among all the reformed, puritan, and later expositors that have commented upon this book.
Nov 01, 2001 book by book, idea by idea, verse by versebakers new testament commentary series is composed for the benefit of pastors and serious bible students who want quality evangelical scholarship communicated with clarity. These commentaries are designed to help the reader of the bible understand what the text says and what it means. This commentary has been through advanced checking. This monumental commentary on the book of revelation, originally published in 1999, has been highly acclaimed by scholars, pastors, students, and others seriously interested in interpreting the. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Considered by many to be the most perplexing portion of sacred scripture, its essential message is straightforward and relevant. Preterist view the book of revelation relates only to the events of the day in which it was written. 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. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. The book of revelation shows us the antichrist, it shows us gods judgment, it shows us calamity on the earth, it shows us false prophets, mystery babylon, and streets of gold in heaven. The name of the rose by umberto eco, revelation by c. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction.
The book of the revelation pastor david legge 4 reign of righteousness. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of revelation. This book is the clearest exposition i have read on the book of revelation. Socialscience commentary on the book of revelation. One of our most fascinating exercises in scriptural interpretation is to study the book of revelation, to ponder its truths, and to discover.
If one assumes that the book is about the future return of jesus, then the imagery in the book takes on a prophetic value. The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. 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. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. Embracing the book of revelation with hope and faith. Book of revelation the new international greek testament. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries.
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. The introduction proper revelation title of the book our bibles carry the title of the book as the revelation of john, or the revelation to john which means it is a revelation given to the apostle john, but the proper name is found in the first words of 1. Through his writing and speaking, wallace gathered a. Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation.
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. T hose who hold t ao futurist interpretatio of revelan tion 422 have one of three views on the cycles of judgments in th tribulatione. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. 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. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation.
Because of the contradictory nature of the external evidence, i place more weight on the internal evidence evidence from within the book itself. The rise and fall of the antichrist appendix four a brief overview of the book of revelation. This angel is described as producing his own radiance, an attribute often given to god. Revelation 18 commentary the first appeal to the people. Revelation 11 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Wallaces commentary on the book of revelation new testament.
All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. More than ever, the book of revelation reveals jesus and his ultimate victory for his people. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. 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. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ.
It is a book should be read in a group, at minimum two persons, to engage in discussion and research. A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. Revelation 5 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. It is a revelation that was received by the apostle john while he was in romanimposed exile on the island of patmos in the eastern mediterranean around 90 a. The author of revelation mentioned his name, john, four times throughout the book revelation 1. The last twenty years of his life wallace wrote a commentary of revelation, two books on civil government, on the new versions of the bible, on the noninstitutional movement and on modernism. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. 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. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. 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.
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. The author is committed to a conscientious, accurate understanding of this amazing and important book. Any god fearing person will find much help and edification reading mr. Wallace 30 september 1896 18 december 1979 was an influential figure among american churches of christ in the earlytomiddle 20th century. Seiss, jesus of the apocalypse by barbara thiering.
Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. The lionlamb has conquered his enemies, and we as his people will share in that conquest as we persevere in faithfulness to him. From early on the book of revelation was more widely accepted in the west than in the east. Barrick, the testimony of jesus in the book of revelation 10. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian.
Mounce, new international commentary on the new testament nicnt, eerdmans, 1997, 475 pp. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Some scholars, includin and g lindsey walvoord, believe tha alt threl e serie osf judgments seals, trum. A revelation of works in the future judgment, or the apocalypse which john received. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 7 and more. Book by book, idea by idea, verse by versebakers new testament commentary series is composed for the benefit of pastors and serious bible students who want quality evangelical scholarship communicated with clarity. Full text of commentary on the book of revelation see other formats. The first of these commands, perhaps more than any other in the entire book of revelation, sums up the book s message. Each volume offers fresh translation, versebyverse comment and application, and critical notes on the greek text.
George eldon ladd a commentary on the revelation of john 1972. The rainbow around the throne shows the beauty to be found in holiness. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth.
Read revelation 7 commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. This concept of justice is founded upon the principle that the punishment must meet and not exceed the crime. So this book is a revelation of jesus christ, not in the sense that matthew, mark, luke and john revealed him, but rather than the humiliated christ, we have. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Osborne, baker exegetical commentary on the new testament becnt, baker, 2002, 896 pp. Beale the book of revelation new international greek testament commentary, 1999. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of that progenerated from those bringing such an action. 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.
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