Commentary on the book of revelation kjv bible study

This is the books real title, not what the greeks titled it, apokalypsis ioannou. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. This suggests that we should not interpret revelation in a linear fashion, especially since the end of the world is described in chapters 6, 11, 14, 16, and 20. Each page of scripture is from the king james bible, and is immediately followed by the meaning of. The king james version bible commentary is a complete versebyverse commentary. No direct matches for your keyword exist in the king james bible.

Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. The throne, the lamb and the sealed book this article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson. However, he merely writes the words of jesus revelation 1.

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. The first four seals of the scroll bring four horsemen. The letter is addressed to seven churches in asia 1. This bible study is designed to highlight the major points of revelation in eight weeks. 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. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. 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. In other passages of scripture, the sea is associated with the heathen isaiah 57. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Revelation, instead, presents repeated overviews of the end times.

Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. In a sense, the apostle john is merely a witness or observer of the visions and sayings that we find within these twentytwo chapters, one who faithfully wrote them down for the instruction. But they contain lessons for the church in all ages.

The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Already in the book of revelation it is shown to be the source of the satanic beast revelation. Apparently, the idea is that the ones in chapter 7 are physical israelites that are the seed of physical government for the millennium, and the 144,000 in chapter 14 are the bride, the firstfruits, the elect of god first, we must ask why god would see a need for physical. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Choose from over 110 bible commentaries freely available online at for sermon, bible study, and sunday school preparation. Read revelation 4 kjv along with a helpful commentary. This serves as a great summary to the book of revelation for those looking for a bible study on the book of revelation as it is found in the new. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 6. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. A study outline of revelation the church of christ in. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and to what is to come. Revelation 19, king james version kjv the bible app. These questions are not designed as a test of your knowledge and should not be treated as such.

From this verse to the end of the chapter is reckoned the epilogue of this book. 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. Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. A key to effective bible study is to let the bible interpret itself. Revelation bible commentary matthew henry concise. The image and superscription of this book are truly sacred and divine, and the matter of it agreeable with other prophetical books, particularly ezekiel and daniel. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. From chapter 4 the book describes events that are still in the future. Overview bible commentaries read and study from over. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation.

Some contend that there are two groups of 144,000, one in revelation 14, the other in chapter 7. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century. Some key words adapted from wayne jacksons study of revelation material almighty gk pantokrator pan all, krateo to hold. The book of revelation, also sometimes referred to as the apocalypse, contains both literal and figurative prophecies, and both literal and figurative. G3141 and g2532 they loved g25 not g3756 their g846 lives g5590 unto g891 the death. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. These sayings are faithful and true see the preceding chapter, revelation 21. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. The author and date of revelation the books author was obviously john revelation 1. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. Study revelation 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better.

Verse 1 opens the book with the words, the revelation of jesus christ. However, the word revelation comes from the greek name apokalypsis, which means a disclosure, a. A biblical commentary is a written systematic series of explanations and interpretations of scripture. This relatively brief study outline with questions and comments is designed to be an introduction to the book of revelation. It is hoped the student will gain a feeling for apocalyptic writings which are found in revelation. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an understanding of the first 39 books of the bible, the old testament. Kjv study bible, large print, hardcover, red letter edition. Apocalyptic literature is a type of writing containing symbols and visions. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. For more on john the apostle, see the introduction in the life application bible commentary on the gospel of john.

The book of revelation is rooted in the old testament. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. The angel affirms the truth of all that had been spoken, revelation 22. The first two cycles, the seals and the trumpets, also have interludes between the next to the last and last items. Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study.

This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general. Click the search button below to search the entire website including all scripture translations, comments, commentary, bible dictionary, articles, and other pages. I personally own over 180 commentaries on revelation and garlands is. Jesus christ confirms what has been affirmed, and pledges himself for the fulfillment of all the prophecies contained in it, revelation 22. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. Readers dont have to guess or research where revelation was written. The holy bible revelation 1 kjv bible study youtube.

They are written by some of the most knowledgeable theologians in church history. This intuitive app contains the full text of the popular king james version english translation, with commentaries. Please note that we have made this video production. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Verse by verse commentary on the revelation a testimony of jesus christ by tony garland. Background information as to the setting, conditions, and purpose for the writing of the book of revelation by john the apostle.

Although prophecy is scattered all through the bible, two books focus almost entirely on symbolic representations. As early christians faced death for the cause of christ they needed to know god was in control. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. 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. Synthetic bible studies of the books of the old testament 1906. James versebyverse bible study of the book of revelation consists of live sunday morning recordings, which are also broadcasted on etc radio. Matthew henrys complete commentary online free at for sermon, bible study, and sunday school preparation. Book of revelation study guide what does the bible.

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. Many have considered the book of revelation to be a sealed book and unable to be understood. I encourage you, the participant, to maximize your learning by working through the study questions for each week prior to coming to class. The route by which the revelation came to john is given here.