The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time. In this view, the book contains neither historical allusions nor predictive prophecy. 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 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. It is manifest, that the holy ghost would as it were gather into this most excellent book a sum of those. The title of the book the revelation of jesus christ 1. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Whether for biblical study or simply surveying a particular movement in american christianity, the genesis to revelation bible course will provide readers with a rich resource. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass.
Hal lindseys 1970 book the late great planet earth and the left behind series by tim lahaye and jerry b. The book of revelation asv american standard version. Each question can be answered from the biblical text or the comments offered at the end of each lesson. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. Click on a book listed below which will take you to its introduction page. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. The only uncial that is not all over the place, but which seems to represent a standardized majority text, is. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw.
Revelations primary theological contribution is to eschatology, i. 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. Editor of reading the book of revelation wilsons charts on the book of revelation synthesizes an enormous amount of material relevant to the study of the revelation of john and makes it available in a clear, useful, and unusual format for students of the bible. What does johns description of the recipients, in verses 5b6, reveal to you about the christians true identity.
The bible companion series behold he cometh the book of the revelation study introduction 5 the book of the revelation of jesus christ study introduction i. There are also many exhortations and much instruction for the people of god. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The church is warned about sin and exhorted to holiness. Book of revelation study guide what does the bible. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in unfamiliar and extravagant symbolism, which at best appears unusual to the modern reader. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Apart from the book of revelation, john has written other bible books which are.
Approximately one third of all the bible is devoted to. Biblical books, we have within the first verse the title. Readers dont have to guess or research where revelation was written. Mar 19, 2019 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. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Knowledge has increased, the jews now encompass israel again, which was not the case in 1599. Founder and director of ariel ministries there are over five hundred references to the old testament in the book of revelation. Those to whom the revelation letter was written would. Bible study of the book of revelation by christy hill, phd christy hill 2012 4 3. Introduction to the book of revelation its current significance. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a wonderful book in which we find the completion of gods ways up to eternal glory.
We are together in jesus, and we share these things. Being thoroughly acquainted with what moses, the prophets and the apostles said, the bible student is prepared to look at the crown jewel of prophecy. Bible study courses revelation bible study courses. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The book of revelation, the rapture and related bible prophecies have spawned a whole industry in recent years. Books of the bible explained scripture by scripture. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. David legge is a christian evangelist, preacher and bible teacher. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Old testament references in the book of revelation by. This is, in my opinion, the best and most beautiful recording of the king. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. The book of revelation explainedvolume 1 1 c hapter o ne p art o ne the introductory verses revelation 1. The god of the bible study of the father, son, and holy spirit.
The book of revelation unveiled united church of god. Johns vivid pictures of worship in heaven both exhort and instruct believers. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to. Now, it depends what version of the bible youre reading tonight, but most of you, im sure, will have the authorised version, and the title given in it, or most editions of the authorised, is incorrect. This study guide may be printed, photocopied, and distributed in unlimited copies, and translated into other languages, all according to the provisions of creative commons attributionsharealike 4. Hoskier has well pointed out how the uncials of the revelation text are all over the place, with many omissions and additions. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. The book of revelation bible, bible study, scripture. I encourage you, the participant, to maximize your learning by working through the study questions for each week prior to coming to class. It is, as you see from verse 1, the revelation of jesus christ.
This view also ignores revelations prophetic character and, if carried to its logical conclusion, severs the book from any connection with actual historical events. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. In few other books of the bible is the ministry of angels so prominent. In comparing the books of the bible you will find that there is no other book that has more gospelthat presents christ in all the plenitude of his power and wisdom and might and glory than the book of revelation. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Forgotten and lost books of the bible, 1611 kjv apocrypha and other lost scriptures understand the language of parables of christ by robert ferrell, free mp3s, free pdf s, and videos. If one is to understand the book of revelation properly he must know the prophecies in the old testament and in the new. This study is prepared from the new king james version. God permitted him to reveal these things to his servant john in a vision. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
A message for the first century many try to take the message of revelation literally and thereby develop many fanciful doctrines. 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. First, the keys to unlocking the content of seven seals must be explained by jesus himself in his own words. Bible youre reading tonight, but most of you, im sure, will have the authorised version, and the title given in it, or most editions of the authorised, is incorrect. But after generations of reaping these blessings, vast numbers will choose their own way, turning their backs on god. Outside the canonical books of the bible there are many other extant apocalyptic works. 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. The wildest of them all in revelation is sinaiticus. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Please use the footnotes in the book of revelation for historical purposes, not for literalism.
The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Because of the contradictory nature of the external evidence, i place more weight on the internal evidence evidence from within the book itself. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is presented in scripture as imminent, but. 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. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. Overview of the book of revelation the church of jesus christ of. Do they seem to be clustered around a particular part of the book. The revelation of john the divine the argument it is manifest, that the holy ghost would as it were gather into this most excellent book a sum of those prophecies, which were written before, but should be fulfilled after the coming of christ, adding also such things as should be expedient, as well to forewarn us of the dangers to come, as to. Revelation and bible prophecy a comparison of eschatological views. The revelation of saint john the apostle geneva bible 1599. Nov 19, 2012 the holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. It says that it is the revelation of john, it is not the revelation of john.
Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. It says that it is the revelation of john, it is not the revelation. Within me has now been ingrained a passion to know and understand the bible, to deeply respect and honor it for what it is, and to treat it very seriously because it is indeed the very words of god. The following is a list of such references, but it makes no claim to being exhaustive or complete. Revelation 1, king james version kjv the bible app. Recommended books on bible prophecy prophecy lamb and. Our god, great in power, majesty, and glory, created the angels and eventually man. The bible tells much about these two lower levels of sentient beings, revealing both their strengths and their weaknessesand warns of supernatural temptations and deceptions to come in the near future from satan and his host of disobedient angels. Second, the bible tells us that all scripture is given by. The book of revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand that is of course if you were a jew living in jerusalem in ad 66. 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. The word revelation even in greek apocalypse means unveiling as in revealing. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. The living bible paraphrased tyndale house, 1971, though not a typical study bible, is nonetheless an interpretive bible that reflects a premillennial interpretation of all key prophetic.
These questions are not designed as a test of your knowledge and should not be treated as such. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. It is most important to understand that the book of revelation does not list the scenes and events in the same order in which they will actually occur. The latest and most up to date study bible that focuses on the interpretation of prophecy is the tim lahaye prophecy study bible amg publishers, 2000. The book of revelation is the last book he wrote around 96 ad. For a better understanding of revelation, the student is urged to compare various interpretations offered by scholars and to consult different translations of the bible. Bible study to speak to me in a way that has never happened before. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. The current phrase the book of revelation is at once connotative of the apocalypse of john on patmosbut the whole bible is the book of revelation from god to. Besides the many books, there are websites, tv evangelists, lecture series, movies and videos.
Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. And, shockingly, this cycle will unfold againresulting in the punishment detailed in revelation. This bible study is designed to highlight the major points of revelation in eight weeks. The overarching theme of the book of revelation is the extinction of physical mosaic judaism with the destruction of the jerusalem temple as. Studies in the book of revelation project gutenberg. Bible study of the book of revelation by christy hill, phd. The book of revelation bible, bible study, scripture, and. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or personal bible study.
Such is dangerous as the book itself sets forth many symbols with their meaning. Revelation 1 2 he declareth what kind of doctrine is here handled, 8 even his that is the beginning and ending. 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. Yet, why does everyone approach the book like it is a mysterious book. The followers of the beast are sealed in their foreheads to mark their allegiance. Revelation and bible prophecy ubc computer science. Revelation bible study courses the book of revelation this course is designed as an expository study of the book of revelation, taking the student through the entire book with cross references to other portions of scripture. The revelation of saint john the apostle geneva bible. Carefully analyze the location of these references in relation to the whole book of revelation. The revelation to john new international version the prologue. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. The book of revelation explained volume 1 gospel trumpeter. Why do you think that even those who pierced him will see him and mourn. The book of revelation bold type and underlining of scripture text have been added for emphasis your questions and comments are welcome note.