June will be a nice month to tackle this mysterious work. The author is committed to a conscientious, accurate understanding of this amazing and important book. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Revelation 22 is the twentysecond and the last chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john, and the final chapter of the new testament and of the christian bible. Study the bible online using commentary on preface and more. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Introduction to revelation commentary on the bible book. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship 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. 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.
It is in the nigtc series, so will require some knowledge of greek. Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood. Beales commentary is the place to turn for insight on the many old testament allusions and echoes in the book of revelation. The book of revelation has much to teach us about the events of the end times, and about our own hearts. Revelation for postchristiansjune 27, 2019 war of words. Of particular interest is his historicist approach in the interpretation of revelation and his. Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation.
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. This book is the clearest exposition i have read on the book of revelation. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. This chapter contains the accounts of the throne of god in the new jerusalem, the conversation between john and the angel and the epilogue of the book. The book of revelation the new international greek testament. Huldrych zwingli labelled it not a book of the bible, and it was the only new testament book on which john calvin did not write a commentary.
The book of revelation is perfect for students, professors, historians, and anyone wanting a greater grasp on this divisive book of the bible. In his commentary on the book of revelation, ranko stefanovic has provided a scholarly study of one of the most intriguing books of the bible. And now to complete the seals we have to turn to the 8th chapter of revelation, so we will have to go forward and skip the seventh chapter to return later. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation.
Here are two short series of sermons, five from 200809 and four from 1996. The bible today this new edition of the commentary retains the virtues of the first. 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. The consensus choice for the best commentary on the book of revelation seems to be beales. An expository journey through the book of revelation. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. Oliver buswell jr library commentaries on revelation. One receives heightened awareness that this book of the revelation of jesus christ is a book vital to the understanding of biblical truth at this point in history in addition to being a text on how to feel safe and secure while endtime events unfold. Over the centuries, it continued to draw the ire of critics, from theologian martin luther to author d.
God help each one of us to have every sin confessed and forgiven so our names will remain in the book. Revelation commentary by ben witherington iii revelation nccs by gordon fee revelation interpretation by eugene boring 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 prophets such as daniel, ezekiel, and others. Furthermore, he said it would come as a destruction upon the whole earth isaiah 28. Read preface commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side.
We have arrived at the final book of the new testament and of the christian bible. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. The preface to this book, and the promise to them who read it, revelation 1. Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood moon.
This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounces original entry on the book of revelation and reflects more than twenty additional years of mature thought and the latest in scholarship. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Dec 07, 2009 revelation, the final book in the new testament, was squeezed into the canon in the fourth century, said pagels, and barely made it into the 27book lineup. This commentary has been through advanced checking. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.
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. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The next step is to enter your payment information. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. Join us on a journey through the pages of this letter from christ to his people. The book of revelation the new international commentary on the new testament mounce, robert h. George eldon ladd a commentary on the revelation of john 1972.
Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. Starting your free trial of bible gateway plus is easy. Name the name of the book comes from the first verse, the revelation of jesus christ which lets us know that this book is all about the unveiling or uncovering of the person, plan and. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Other sermons on revelation will also be posted here. The key to understanding revelationjuly 22, 2019 are we living in the great tribulation. From early on the book of revelation was more widely accepted in the west than in the east. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Many reformed and evangelical scholars argue that beale has written the best available contemporary commentary on revelation. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The book of revelation the new international greek. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. This sharing of a divine characteristic shows the angels importance, which in turn points to the importance of his. Book of revelation the new international greek testament.
August, 2019 the healing of the nations in revelation our true enemy is not. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the.
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. 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. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. His command of the biblical languages and his vast knowledge of scripture are evident throughout the book.
Commentaries for the book of revelation the title 1. This blog for revelation is a little late in coming. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the. Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Beale the book of revelation new international greek testament commentary, 1999. Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation.
May 10, 2016 name the name of the book comes from the first verse, the revelation of jesus christ which lets us know that this book is all about the unveiling or uncovering of the person, plan and. His approach is reverent, logical, thorough and scholarly. These commentaries are designed to help the reader of the bible understand what the text says and what it means. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. Sep 30, 2015 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.
This angel is described as producing his own radiance, an attribute often given to god. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. The book of revelation the new international commentary on the. Of course, there are other great bible commentaries on this book. Zwingli regarded it as nonbiblical, and calvin did not comment upon it. 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 provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Revelation, the final book in the new testament, was squeezed into the canon in the fourth century, said pagels, and barely made it into the 27book lineup. We expect books, stories, articles and poems to have titles. A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. 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.
The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. If you have been reading the new testament and following along in this blog, thank you. With the logos edition, all scriptures are linked to the bibles in your library, making study fast and easy. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for use by scholars, students, pastors, and laypeople. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of. Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. 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. Carson says, for students and welltrained pastors, the commentary that best combines comprehensiveness with biblical fidelity, exegesis with theology, and literary sensitivity with.
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. The most likely date for this book was during the rule of domitian. 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. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of revelation. Alfords introduction to the revelation the revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Best commentary on the book of revelation ever written.
The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. 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. 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. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of 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. Book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. Peaceable revelationa series of blog posts that explores themes related to peace and justice in the book of revelation. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. Revelation 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. David guzik commentary on revelation 1 begins with an opening description of the return of jesus, and the vision that john had of jesus.
Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. Johns address to the seven churches of asia, whose high calling he particularly mentions. The word revelation never occurs again in the book that has come to bear that name. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book in its own right. 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. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle.