Book of revelation commentary

Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. David guzik print commentary on revelation enduring word. Beales familiarity with the original language, his grasp of the culture of the day, his command of the ot references and allusions, and his deft handling of the text itself all make this commentary an. Beale shows, however, revelation is not merely a futurology but a book about how the church should live for. It is meant to be understood by his people, with a blessing promised to those who read, hear and keep the things revealed in these prophecies. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. Included are substantial discussions regarding the date of the apocalypse beale agrees with irenaeus supporting a late, post 70 a. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and to what is to come. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. The beginning of the book promises blessing to him that reads and hears and keeps, that he who takes pains. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Afterwards, you will agree with me that revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand.

Sep 20, 2019 the commentary on this book presents a comprehensive and thorough study which will prepare you for the final onslaught between the forces of good and evil. The image and superscription of this book are truly sacred and divine, and the matter of it agreeable with other prophetical books, particularly ezekiel and daniel. Hinds who wrote the gospel advocate commentary on revelation held this view. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation wikibooks. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 5 the book of the revelation with the edgar cayce readings as given for each chapter chapters 122, with interpretation 91 toward a better understanding of the book of the revelation, a group project. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Thomas is author of a harmony of the gospels, revelation 17 and revelation 822. People who come to the text with a different theological commitment have an excellent resource. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text.

An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv is just a step. Mounce was widely praised as a standard commentary on the apocalypse. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The commentary on this book presents a comprehensive and thorough study which will prepare you for the final onslaught between the forces of good and evil. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. This monumental study of the book of revelation will be especially helpful to scholars, pastors, students, and others seriously interested in interpreting the apocalypse for the benefit of the church.

Mounces work covers revelation from a conservative eclectic view and is great as a first commentary on revelation. A scientific and devotional commentary on the book of revelation. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. 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. In this new edition, now based on the text of the niv and nestlealand, mounce has revised and expanded his work to reflect more than twenty additional years of mature thought on revelation and to bring his work up to date with the latest scholarship. The book of revelation new international commentary on the new testament by robert h. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. The book of revelation the new international commentary.

The introduction and prologue to the book of 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 if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Beale, new international greek testament commentary nigtc. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. The book of revelation is the only book of the bible with a promise to the reader. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place.

My fundamental reservation about the book has to do with beales modified idealist approach. So, stop reading this commentary right now and go read revelation for yourself. The book of revelation the new international commentary on. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. Revelation is a lens that puts the entire bible into focus. Blessed are they who read and hear the words of this prophecy, and keep the things which are written. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. The lens is focused on the person of jesus christ, and his destiny is imminent. If you want to better understand the book of revelation and the end times. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely.

Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. About the bible only revelation commentary the author is a firm believer in the wordforword inspiration and all sufficiency of the bible. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. Jun 17, 2018 the book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a.

Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. Personally, i prefer the book of revelation by gregory beale in the new international greek testament commentary series to this commentary even though i disagree with beales perspective on a few points. The commentary gives a word by word and phrase by phrase commentary of each verse of the 22 chapters of the book of revelation. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.

The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The route by which the revelation came to john is given here. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. Book of revelation commentary on the bible book of. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Revelation commentary pastor david guziks bible commentaries have enjoyed critical acclaim and wide use on the internet. 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. 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. It is also one of the more concise commentaries on this book.

Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. In the book of revelation, the church as a unit is viewed first, followed by historical events concerning the rest of the world. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. 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. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation.

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. Epub format suitable for reading on mobile book readers such as the nook. Enduring word is distributing our verse by verse commentary on revelation for only. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Commentary on the bible book of revelation strange work. People of similar theological perspective as osborne i. Many of the older brethren, and older commentaries, took this view. 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. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. When first published, this volume on revelation by robert h. In light of this, i believe the church is caught up to be with the lord prior to the period of seven years tribulation, and that the first event of that age is the worldwide preaching of the gospel, symbolized by the. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. Beale this is likely the single most exhaustive commentary on the revelation available today, an amillennial treasure just waiting to be explored. According to this approach, much of the book deals with the apostasy of the roman catholic church, followed by the reformation and the restoration.

A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when he delivered to him this revelation v. Having read through osbornes baker commentary, some of aunes word commentary, a large portion of beales nigtc, and most. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The book of revelation explained takes you on a easy to understand and eyeopening journey through the book of revelation. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Keener, asbury theological seminary a standard reference commentary on the book of revelation. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Enjoy davids revelation commentary in print, or on kindle in this commentary, pastor david explains and applies the book of revelation chapter by chapter, verse by verse. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an. Tyndale house, 1983 note that this is not leon morris who is categorized below click for a notes cyril barber the ministers library treating the apocalypse chapterbychapter, morris provides his readers with numerous sidelights on the text not found.

Beales commentary is the place to turn for insight on the many old testament allusions and echoes in the book of revelation. Yet, as with fees other commentaries and unlike many commentaries, this commentary is an enjoyable read. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. Too often revelation is viewed as a book only about the future. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Beales familiarity with the original language, his grasp of the culture of the day, his command of the ot references and allusions, and his deft handling of the. This commentary has been through advanced checking. The book of revelation is one of those books of the bible that anyone can read and come to a completely different understanding than another person that has read the text as well. It is meant to be understood by his people, with a blessing promised to those who read, hear and keep the. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to him, and showed unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass, and signified it. Revelation baker exegetical commentary on the new testament. Thomas previously served with the lockman foundation as a member of the translation team for the exhaustive concordance committee and on the topical reference bible committee for the new american standard bible. God gave it to him to show his servants the things that must happen soon. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man.