Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The word revelation in greek is apokalupsis, which means an uncovering or unveiling. Now, there is a common misconception concerning the book of revelation, and a lot of people will say. This is the solemn pronouncement of the one who has a firm grasp on. Revelation 1 king james version kjv 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass.
Revelation introduction, king james version, american edition. This book which ends the new testament is the fullest example in the new testament of apocalyptic writing, a type of literature that was mostly employed in times of distress and persecution. An exhaustive study of the book of revelation harris, keith, lahaye, tim f. Historians believe that he was unsure how to interpret it. Thus, revelation is a book that was intended to reveal, not conceal.
Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. 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. This is the solemn pronouncement of the one who has a firm grasp on the seven stars in his right handthe one who walks among the seven golden lampstands. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. He reveal to his prophets what is going to happen like abraham god reveal to him. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. The primary purpose of revelation is to reveal christ and not to satisfy curiosities about the four horsemen, the antichrist, etc.
This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. Many people think that the book of revelation cannot be understood. The word is derived from the greek word, apokalupsis sometimes written apokalypsis an unveiling, revelation. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. The one major book of the new testament on which john calvin never wrote a commentary was the book of revelation. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. The book of revelation endtime ministries irvin baxter.
Prophecies that deal with the disclosure or revelation of the end time events. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. It is meant to be understood by his people, with a. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation, practically sealing the revelation of jesus christ. This article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson.
Greek text latin vulgate wycliffe version king james version american. Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which bible. Read in english by phil chenevert the book of revelation, often known simply as revelation or the apocalypse, is the final. Many writers over the centuries who did pontificate dogmatically about the last book in the bible might have done better to follow in calvins footsteps.
The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ in the sense that it belongs to him, he is the one. The greek new testament gives this book the title, apokalypsis ioannou, or the revelation to john. The book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version revelation is the final book in the holy bible.
The book of revelation is the only book in the bible that promises a rich blessing to those who read and obey what it states. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages and prophecies of the past, and links it all into the events to unfold in the near future. 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. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. Revelation fulfilled, unveiling the mystery of the book of. This book, revelation fulfilled, is the first and only book that decodes the visions in the book of revelation with the major historical events in the last two thousand years. Revelation 2 new english translation net bible to the church in ephesus. Jan 09, 20 the book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ.
Unveiling the 2,000year mystery of the book of revelation to help more people to understand the prophecies in the book of revelation, we created a tv show hosted by mr. The book of revelation was likely written between a. The book of revelation starts by telling us the full title of the book itself. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. The greek word translated revelation is apokalupsis, for which reason men refer to it as the apocalypse. Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version. We are immediately told that this book contains the revelation of jesus christ. This presents a lost opportunity for true christian happiness. The book of revelation an introduction scripture revealed.
The book of revelation prophesies the history of the church, so that the blessed man may read, hear, and take heed. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and. The book of revelation is the book in the bible that is considered to be shrouded in mystery. Unveiling christ in history gods kingdom ministries. Librivox recording of the book of revelation, king james version. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. Unveiling revelation and a landmark commentary series. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with a helpful commentary. Irvin baxter explains revelation in a 16 lesson commentary available on dvd in our endtime store. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The book of revelation is exciting, powerful, and dynamic.
In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. In this book he is always referred to as he which is, which was and which is to come, as in v4. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. The name revelation comes from the first word of the book in koine greek. Before we begin our study, i am going to encourage you with the same words that i always offer. 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 book itself tells us, right at the beginning, what it is about, but because of the way it is translated into english, we can read right over it and miss the book s own declaration of its contents. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The author names himself as john, but modern scholars. God is ready to unveil this book to those who are ready to receive it, eat it, and live fully in the splendor of christ. In chapters, john describes the details of the setting as he received this revelation unveiling of truth. But it must be more to us than merely an unveiling of events to come. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation.
A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version. It will be the official guidebook and companion book on the book of revelation. The unveiling of this statue and we could finally see what was behind the wraps. It is from jesus christ but is also about jesus christ. More importantly it is different from styles of writing used today. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. 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. This passage put simply says that, this book will reveal who christ is and the. Respected bible teacher and beloved pastor adrian rogers takes readers on a breathtaking journey through the blessing book of revelation with unveiling the end times in our. Revelation summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of revelation for bible study or sunday school lessons. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of. The book of revelation, also known as the book of the apocalypse, is an unveiling of jesus christ. The greek word translated revelation is apokalupsis, for which reason men. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down.
This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation. Read in english by phil chenevert the book of revelation, often known simply as revelation or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament and occupies a central place in christian eschatology. John wrote that revelation is special because, blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it. Exactly the opposite, rather than a sealed book, it is an unveiling. Thus, the book of revelation is obscured by the hype and omission so prevalent in contemporary marketing and culture. Sep 01, 2017 the book of revelation is exciting, powerful, and dynamic. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The book of revelation, often known simply as revelation or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament and occupies a central place in christian eschatology. Now, there is a common misconception concerning the book of revelation, and a lot of people will say, well, i never deal with the book of revelation. Revelation must be an experience of encountering the living christ. The book unveils his relationship to the church, to judgment and to the things to come in the future. Apokalypsis means unveiling, disclosure, or revelation, which is just the opposite of what most people suppose it means.
See 601 apokalypto 602 apokalypsis revelation, unveiling is principally used of the revelation of jesus christ the word, especially a particular spiritual manifestation of christ his will previously unknown to the extent because veiled, covered. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages. The final book of the holy scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by john, who may or may not have been the same john who was an apostle to jesus christ.
The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. Even though apocalypsis is most often translated revelation, the best equivalent word in english is unveiling. Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this. The unveiling of jesus christ the book of revelation starts by telling us the full title of the book itself. Many dont realize that the book of revelation came from a direct encounter with an angel sent by jesus to give the contents to john. The final book of the holy scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by john, who may or may not have. A term sometimes used for the book of revelation since the word revelation comes from the greek apokalupsis, an unveiling, revelation. The author names himself as john, but modern scholars consider it unlikely that the author of revelation also wrote the gospel of john. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be certain. The book itself tells us, right at the beginning, what it is about, but because of the way it is translated into english, we can read right over it and miss the books own declaration of its contents. Who bare record of the word of god, and of the testimony of jesus christ, and of all things that he saw.
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