Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and theological themes. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Can we use that logic when were understanding revelations in the bible. Under these conditions, a christian named john wrote revelation, addressing it to the seven churches that were in asia minor. While revelation offers many details on the tribulationeven if they are often couched in the mystery of symbolic languageit is the final four chapters that dictate the overall message of the book. Christs letters to churches in sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. Welcome to this series on the book of revelation where ill be breaking down each chapter, verse by verse, to help you understand gods word, and to. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
The mark of the beast can be identified by either the beasts written name, or the numerical value of his name. When i first read revelation it was like reading a crazy mixed up series of calamity. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. Many major entities and symbols in the book of revelation are introduced earlier in the bible. Dec 03, 2018 welcome to this series on the book of revelation where ill be breaking down each chapter, verse by verse, to help you understand gods word, and to prepare you for the times that are written. However, his name corresponds to a numerical value gematria that of the number 666 or 616. All we need now is the billionaire globalists to hide themselves in. The book of revelation is similar to other literature of the time thats called apocalyptic, which typically includes visions, global clashes, endoftheworld warnings, and many, many symbols. It is a revelation that was received by the apostle john. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. The events of revelation are the events that occur in the book of revelation of the new testament. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory.
Welcome to this series on the book of revelation where ill be breaking down each chapter, verse by verse, to help you understand gods word, and to prepare you for the times that are written. We prayed, and reread the bible a number of times in order to prove what was right, andor wrong according to the scriptures. All we need now is the billionaire globalists to hide themselves in the dens and in the rocks of the mountains. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and fall of the. Revelation part 4 of the new testament overview a loving. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of christ. The disciple apostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to. In the book, they learned that in spite of the cruel power of the roman empire, christ would win the final victory. In this series, i want to expand upon that theme, and show the victories revealed within revelation.
What is a breakdown of the book of revelations in laymans terms. Wilsons charts cover a range of historical, literary, rhetorical, and interpretive issues that will guide the careful student in making more viable interpretations of this difficult yet enriching book. To the church in ephesus to the angel of the church in ephesus write. The title of the book, revelation, comes from the greek word for apocalypse and refers to an unveiling or a disclosure of something as yet unknown. Absolutely stunning visuals with breathtaking colors is what this book is all about. The bible breakdown is a series that will break down the scriptures, line by line, in order to help you understand the meaning behind the text. In other words, it is the way you interpret scripture. The book of life is opened, and the dead are judged according to their works. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The author of the book of revelation, saint john the divine, offers a transcription of seven letters and later describes strange beasts, visions of judgments, governments, demonic battles, heaven, and a new world order a prophetic vision for the end of the world. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries.
When it is opened, it is found to be full of startling, and some times frightening, images and symbols. Now before we proceed further with our studies of the book of revelation, i would like to provide you with an outline of the book as a useful guide to your study. The timeline begins with the cross, when the lord jesus christ was crucified and died for our sins according to scripture, was buried, and rose from the dead according to scripture, 1corinthians 15. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. Social inequity and anxiety heightens in a time of manufactured scarcity. The book of revelation remains a closed book for many. When the plain sense of scripture makes common sense, seek no other sense.
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. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. It is also very different from any kind of writing that is familiar to most people today. Dec 03, 2018 the bible breakdown is a series that will break down the scriptures, line by line, in order to help you understand the meaning behind the text. Introduction to the book of revelation series video 1.
The book of revelation was written sometime around. In this easy to read format, you will learn how the scripture relates to each other, and how we can use it to prepare us for the future. Christ opens the first of the sevensealed scroll, and the rider on the white horse probably antichrist appears, using diplomacy and the promise of. Revelation is certainly different from other books of the new testament. The core purpose of the book of revelation is to reveal the totality of jesus identity. Ironically, it is the only book of the bible that says you are blessed for reading it. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to courses on the book of revelation in both the church and the academy. Revelation executable outline study resources blue letter bible. In this edition, we will be breaking down the book of revelation. Revelations symbolic visions are similar to what youd see in the old testament prophecies of ezekiel, daniel, and zechariah. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Apr 28, 2015 the book of revelation is similar to other literature of the time thats called apocalyptic, which typically includes visions, global clashes, endoftheworld warnings, and many, many symbols. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1.
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. 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. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of evil and his recreation of the world for the redeemed. By the time the writings that are now included in the new testament were assembled in their present form, three letters and one gospel were also attributed to john. It is, of course, the cryptic symbolism of revelation that makes it challenging to understand.
They contain the history of the nation from davids death and solomons accession to the destruction of the kingdom of judah and the desolation of jerusalem, with a supplemental notice of the liberation of jehoiachin from his prison at babylon, twentysix years later. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. The revelation of jesus christ is communicated by an angel to a. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The book of revelation closes with the bright and morning star, which is a figure of christ at his coming to take the church out of the world.
Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. This is the event that inaugurates the tribulation period. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. The beast from the sea also bears a name, but this name is not given anywhere in the book of revelation. The goal of this articlestudy is to help in reading and understanding revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Revelation was written when christians were entering a time of persecution. The key to bible interpretation, especially for the book of revelation, is to have a consistent hermeneutic. It is also very different from any kind of writing. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a.
In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. Breaking down the book of revelation first things first the golden rule of biblical interpretation. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. A summary of the contents of each bible book contains summaries for the old and new testament. Those whose names were not written in the book of life are cast into the lake of fire. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. For this web site we are obeying the words of christ, as written in revelation 1. Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. And the book of revelation will complete the revelation of. This title is certainly appropriate for the book, a work so interested in making known the events of the future. The two periods most often mentioned are the latter part of neros reign a. Number seven is the key which unlocks the meaning of the book of revelation.
Revelation 23 to the church in ephesus to the bible. John, identified as one who bore witness to the word of god, and to the testimony of jesus christ. Today, we can still take comfort in the message that when we are faithful, no matter what our struggles, the lamb of god will win the final victory. The book of revelation the bible breakdown study series. Breaking down the book of revelation myblessedhope.
Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Ben witherington iii, author of the following article, asking the right question, once hitched a ride from a couple who believed the earth was flat. Introduction to the book of revelation series video 1 youtube. I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. The hebraic book of revelation part 6e torah to the tribes. Revelation and the endtime timeline bible prophecy and truth. Christs letters to churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum and thyatira.
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. While debated by some, he was most likely the apostle john, brother of james, and author of the gospel of john and three epistles. The rapture is the hope of the new testament, just as the revelation of christ was the hope of the old testament. Unfortunately, this has caused some people to shy away from the book. John, a symbol of the church, is taken up to heaven. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. White is professor of classics and christian origins at the university of texas at austin, and acted as historical consultant for apocalypse. Hermeneutics is the study of the principles of interpretation.
At the sight of the face of he who sits on it, earth and heaven flee. In addition, there are 16 major concepts that are covered in johns apocalypse. The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. Aug 31, 2016 welcome to this series on the book of revelation where ill be breaking down each chapter, verse by verse, to help you understand gods word, and to prepare you for the times that are written.
Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. The word apocalypse means unveiling and thats exactly what the book of revelation isit is a prophetic book that discusses the unveiling of what is going to happen in the nearing end times and what will come with the final revelation of jesus christ. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The antichrist signs a covenant for seven years with the nation of israel. Christ opens the first of the sevensealed scroll, and the rider on the white horse probably antichrist appears. The prophet joseph smith described this focus of the book of revelation. The next graphic provides a simplistic breakdown of the book of revelation. Of course, even after going over the books content, it can still be difficult to know what revelation is all about. 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. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ. The angel gives a man named john the book of revelation. The books of kings form only one book in the hebrew mss.
What is a breakdown of the book of revelations in laymans. This is the singular event that divides the two testaments, the old and the new. Chapter 10 understanding revelation and the timeline of events the purpose of this article. A lot of people are scared of the book of revelation, or at least hesitant to read it. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Because the book of revelation says that angels stand on the earths four corners.
The revelation of john is the one book in the new testament that claims john as its author. The revelation of christ revelation 15 the prologue the introduction resource. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Core christianity 6 tips for reading the book of revelation. Division of the book it helps us digest the message of revelation if we understand the basic breakdown of the book. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament.
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