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. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. In the biblical book of revelation, jesus christ foretold many more signs of the time of the end. 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. This is a comic book graphic novel adaptation of the book of revelation or apocalypse as it is properly known in catholic bibles. It wont be long before someone is publishing an end times book, showing how revelation prophesied covid19 and is a sign of the end. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. The book of revelation was likely written between a. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary beale, g.
In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. 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. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. The end time in the book of revelation united church of god.
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. Revelations symbolic visions are similar to what youd see in the old testament prophecies of ezekiel, daniel, and zechariah. 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. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future.
Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in this case, future events. The book was written around 96 ad by apostle john when titus domitian was the emperor of the roman empire. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. The author was probably a christian from ephesus known as john the elder. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. This is a comic bookgraphic novel adaptation of the book of revelation or apocalypse as it is properly known in catholic bibles. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st.
The book of revelation lions leopards and bears oh my. Visions, prophecy and politics in the book of revelation, princeton university religious professor elaine pagels. The book of revelation or apocalypse is the last book of the new testament and of the bible and speaks of the end times. Revelation 1 full chapter prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. 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. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be. Book of revelation, paperback matt dorff, chris koelle, mark arey, philemon d. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Bible study tools booklets are we living in the time of the end. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka.
Oct 29, 2012 book of revelation, paperback matt dorff, chris koelle, mark arey, philemon d. 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 was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. It is the only book of the new testament classified as apocalyptic literature rather than didactic or historical. How to study the book of revelation christian truth center. 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 bible book of revelation with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse.
The revelation of jesus christ, that is, the unveiling, revealing, and presentation to earth and heaven of the lord jesus christ as. The book of revelation was written sometime around. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. 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.
And today we are talking about the book of revelation, a book that has several different interpretations and one that many. The book of revelation the new international greek testament commentary. 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. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. 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. 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 things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. The word comes from the greek word apokalupsis, which is used in the first verse. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. Did you know that the book apparently predicted napoleon, hitler, stalin, saddam hussein and barack obama as well as barcodes. 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. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. Jan 02, 2020 a simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. 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. 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 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. 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. 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. The revelation of john is the one book in the new testament that claims john as its author. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in. 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. Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of evil and his recreation of the world for the redeemed. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ to apostle john thus to us christians. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Of course, even after going over the books content, it can still be difficult to know what revelation is all about. Revelation always implies the unveiling of something previously hidden, in. 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. 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.
The last book of the bible, revelation, is also sometimes called the apocalypse. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. White is professor of classics and christian origins at the university of texas at austin, and acted as historical consultant for apocalypse. 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. By far the most stunning art ive ever seen in a graphic novel, the book of revelation is done chapter by chapter.
The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes youtube. I even want to suggest that the book of revelation is one of the most important books in our bibles. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. 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 is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. With a account you will be able to save items to read and study later. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. This word means disclosure or revelation and conveys the idea of laying bare or uncovering. What does the book of revelation say about covid 19. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place.
The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. 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 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. Revelation 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. 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 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. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st.
There are no biblical references in the book so why does rupert thomson choose such a. And all the tribes of the earth will mourn because of him. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. The book of revelation the new international greek testament.