George eldon ladd 19111982 was professor of new testament exegesis and theology at fuller theological seminary, pasadena, california. Here is an easy to easy to use and understand bible commentary on the book of revelation by lonnie woodruff. Revelation is the only book with a promise of blessing to readers 1. Sep 30, 2015 darrell johnsons discipleship on the edge. Contains 22 chapters, 404 verses and 12,000 words 1.
Today, many people argue that the return of christ is a wordpicture for something else. Revelation 21 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this work deals with the final book of the new testament and bible. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 3. This permits the more casual reader to focus on the basic interpretation of a. The chaotic organization prevents casual readers from seeing the structure. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Through a personal narrative, they provide deeper understanding and insight into the bible, and can be valuable tools to assist both casual reading and serious. An expository journey through the book of revelation. 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. 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. Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software.
A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. The word of god, to which john was to be the witness, was the message of the revelation itself, the word which god gave unto jesus christ verse 1 at this time and in this apocalypse, not the word of god which had already been preached by the other apostles or that which was in the general. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. David guzik commentary on revelation 3 continues the letters jesus wrote to the. Revelation chapter 1 coffmans commentary of the new. 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. Understanding why john wrote revelation helps both teacher and student. For the past 30 years, pastor rob robinson has been a bible teacher and author of commentary on the entire bible. Epub format suitable for reading on mobile book readers such as the nook. The letter is addressed to seven churches in asia 1. 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. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work.
Overview bible commentaries read and study from over 110. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. However, johnsons book also serves as an excellent commentary and devotional book. Revelation is a prequel novel to the mass effect trilogy, by lead writer of the mass effect video game, drew karpyshyn. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. 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. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. His approach is reverent, logical, thorough and scholarly. 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.
Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The word of god, to which john was to be the witness, was the message of the revelation itself, the word which god gave unto jesus christ verse 1 at this time and in this apocalypse, not the word of god which had already been preached by the other apostles or that which was in the general epistles. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. The author is committed to a conscientious, accurate understanding of this amazing and important book. With even a casual perusal of christian bookstores, the religious sections of. Yet in this last book of the bible, god permits us to see something of christ and the church in heaven and on earthand what we see is awesome indeed. It is translated from a greek word apokalupsis, from which also comes the similar english word given to the book and also applied to a whole field of similar writings. A commentary on the revelation of john george eldon ladd. Previous index next the book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Satans resistance looks terrifying to the casual observer, but the person who. Mounces treatment of revelation is now available in a revised edition dated 2008. Readers dont have to guess or research where revelation was written. 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.
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. Revelation 18 commentary the first appeal to the people. Yet, as with fees other commentaries and unlike many commentaries, this commentary is an enjoyable read. This versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. He has used many wordpictures in his book, but by the return of christ, he means an actual event. Jerry falwell and tim lahaye agree with morriss assessment of his own commentary morris, revelation record, 9. 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. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1. Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. This is a very readable commentary presented in everyday language by a fine biblical scholar. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. It is also one of the more concise commentaries on this book. The sales of bibles and endtimes books and commentaries shot up overnight.
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. From early on the book of revelation was more widely accepted in the west than in the east. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Revelation bears similar features to the book of daniel d. First published in may 1, 2007 by del rey books, it is the. Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein.
It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Preterist view the book of revelation relates only to the events of the day in which it was written. 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. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature christians. This sharing of a divine characteristic shows the angels importance, which in turn points to the importance of.
Marking the completion of bakers awardwinning new testament commentary series, revelation provides a comprehensive look into one of the most intriguing books of the bible. The book of revelation unveils the future and prepares. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. 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. If one assumes that the book is about the future return of jesus, then the imagery in the book takes on a prophetic value. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use of both. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation.
His numerous books include the new testament and criticism, a commentary on the revelation of john, and t. For example, they say that it means the growth of the church. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. John wants his readers to make a clean break with the roman empire and everything it represents. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. The author and date of revelation the book s author was obviously john revelation 1. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation. 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. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand.
For more on john the apostle, see the introduction in the life application bible commentary on the gospel of john. Barrick, the testimony of jesus in the book of revelation 10. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. Tyndale, 1983, 14 implies that other literalists have employed figurative interpretations where literalisms rules of interpretation at least allow for a literal interpretation. Nov 01, 2001 yet in this last book of the bible, god permits us to see something of christ and the church in heaven and on earthand what we see is awesome indeed. Read revelation commentary using geneva study bible. The versebyverse commentary is preceded by a brief discussion of authorship, date, setting, structure, and various methods of interpretation as well as by an analytical outline of the book. Our title to the following pages indicates our adherence in some sense to the interpretation of the book of revelation which makes the body of it the nineteen chapters upon which we are entering apply to what is still for us future.
Returning the book of revelation to its historical context st. Revelation is the only prophetical book in the new testament c. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Even the casual reader, if not biased by a continuoushistory theory, can. Revelation 1 commentary norris commentary on the book. We need to make our life following jesus, not just a hobby or an occasional activity. A scholarly and comprehensive exposition of revelation written in the language of the layperson. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. Revelation 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary was written by harold norris deals with the symbol rich book of revelation. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1. The first of these commands, perhaps more than any other in the entire book of revelation, sums up the books message.
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 angel is described as producing his own radiance, an attribute often given to god. The word revelation, capitalized in the text, was so rendered in order to indicate the word as the title of the prophecy. Unlike other books of the bible, revelation has a very extensive critique of. In revelation 17 and 18, the fall of babylon is carefully detailed. The book of revelation unveils the future and prepares human beings for the final moments of earths history. Commentary on revelation book 2 commentary on the book. This commentary has been through advanced checking. 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. A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when he delivered to him this revelation v. A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. Babylon is mentioned 287 times in the scriptures, more than any other city except jerusalem. 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. This book is the clearest exposition i have read on the book of revelation.