The book of revelation or apocalypse is the last book of the new testament and of the bible and speaks of the end times. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. 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. It is the only book of the new testament classified as apocalyptic literature rather than didactic or historical, indicating thereby its extensive use of visions, symbols, and allegory, especially in connection with future events. 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 lions leopards and bears oh my. Oct 21, 2016 you will love this video it will help you understand better itt is very good and a little long i encourage all of you to watch this kick back and relax. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 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. This is a comic bookgraphic novel adaptation of the book of revelation or apocalypse as it is properly known in catholic bibles.
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. 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. I even want to suggest that the book of revelation is one of the most important books in our bibles. The book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. The author was probably a christian from ephesus known as john the elder. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. 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 holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. Nov 11, 2018 the book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world coming to an end. The book of revelation not revelations is the last book of the bible, and describes the tribulations visited upon mankind at the end of the world which is often referred to as the end times, the ultimate battle between goodandevil, and, finally, the second coming of christ.
The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. Michael white on the various ways revelation has been interpreted, exploring how in each case, the difference lies in how the historical setting of revelation is understood. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Oct 29, 2012 book of revelation, paperback matt dorff, chris koelle, mark arey, philemon d. This word means disclosure or revelation and conveys the idea of laying bare or uncovering. The last book of the bible, revelation, is also sometimes called the apocalypse.
This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. What does the book of revelation say about covid 19. Revelation 1 full chapter prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in this case, future events. 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. With a account you will be able to save items to read and study later. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place.
This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The revelation of jesus christ is a book of prophecy on the end times and comprises the final book of the new testament and of the bible. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. I dont believe that in fact i regard that as an irresponsible use of scripture in direct defiance of johns warning at the end of this book, not to add anything to his words. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of evil and his recreation of the world for the redeemed. And all the tribes of the earth will mourn because of him. The book of revelation is a curious title for this disturbing and haunting story about the systematic,traumainduced destruction of an amsterdam based male dancers life. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god. The book of revelation is, as we saw last week, a book filled with such imagery that it is often used to prove almost any conspiracy theory or contemporary prophecy. The revelation of jesus christ, that is, the unveiling, revealing, and presentation to earth and heaven of the lord jesus christ as. Revelations symbolic visions are similar to what youd see in the old testament prophecies of ezekiel, daniel, and zechariah. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. The bible book of revelation with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study.
The book of revelation was written sometime around. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. 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. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. The book of revelation was written to warn the jews in israel and throughout the middle east what was going to happen to them during the end times age which started at the resurrection of jesus christ, and really starts ramping up in 70 ad when rome levels jerusalem, as jesus speaking about the jews foretold in matthew chapter 24. This is a comic book graphic novel adaptation of the book of revelation or apocalypse as it is properly known in catholic bibles. The book of revelation the new international greek testament. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus.
John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, a stark account of the apocalypse and a prophecy of the world coming to an end. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. Book of revelation, paperback matt dorff, chris koelle, mark arey, philemon d.
The word comes from the greek word apokalupsis, which is used in the first verse. It is the only book of the new testament classified as apocalyptic literature rather than didactic or historical. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. But what does the biblical scripture say will happen. Did you know that the book apparently predicted napoleon, hitler, stalin, saddam hussein and barack obama as well as barcodes. The revelation of john is the one book in the new testament that claims john as its author.
Visions, prophecy and politics in the book of revelation, princeton university religious professor elaine pagels. 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. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. And today we are talking about the book of revelation, a book that has several different interpretations and one that many. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. There are no biblical references in the book so why does rupert thomson choose such a. Revelation to john, last book of the new testament. 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.
Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. In the biblical book of revelation, jesus christ foretold many more signs of the time of the end. Bible study tools booklets are we living in the time of the end. The book of revelation often called the book of revelations, 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.
Mar 19, 2019 the book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. The book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. It wont be long before someone is publishing an end times book, showing how revelation prophesied covid19 and is a sign of the end. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be. White is professor of classics and christian origins at the university of texas at austin, and acted as historical consultant for apocalypse. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. The book of revelation was likely written between a. The book itself reveals that the author was a jew, well versed in scripture, a church leader who was well known to the seven churches of asia minor, and a deeply. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1.
The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. Of course, even after going over the books content, it can still be difficult to know what revelation is all about. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. By far the most stunning art ive ever seen in a graphic novel, the book of revelation is done chapter by chapter. Revelation 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app.