Before we can learn and understand its meaning, we first need to know what the book contains. By this point, god has revealed to us what has happened in history the old testament, what happened during christs time the new testament, and the things that will soon take place at the end of time, and beginning of our new. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. Each day brings us closer to what the bible calls the end of the world. The highly figurative nature of the book does not mean that the literal referent cannot be known. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. The book of revelation, part two, chapter 22 and chapter. The seventh trumpet leads to the fulfilment of the mystery of god and to the setting out of christs reign in the millennium. This video teaches a brief overview of all 22 chapters.
They are authenticated as genuine by the angel whom god sent to give them through john to his servants. The reader at this point must make a hermeneutical decision concerning the interpretation of gods revelation of his son. May 02, 2020 the description of the antichrist mentioned in daniel 9. 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. Revelation 22 bible commentary matthew henry concise. And one of the devices used by the author of the book of revelations is also something that happens in history. The book of revelation is addressed to believers, his servants, of the churches in seven cities of the roman province of asia. Thats another book just jampacked with mindboggling symbolism and parables. In the way they set up, the events described in chapters 12 are meant to explain. This chapter ties off and seals up gods word and complete revelation to mankind. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation.
Last 2 chapters of revelation reveal important intersection. At the beginning of the book of revelation, john saw the lord and heard him say that he held the keys of death and hades, revelation 1. Our two posts on revelation 21 part 1 and part 2 were written in 2010, so this post is very much overdue. The key to understanding the book of revelation is to interpret it as literally as possible. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. John was told to write down what he saw in a book and to send it to seven churches in the province of asia western asia minor. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, god shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from these things that are written in this book. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. Revelation, chapter 22 king james version christian. The apostle of jesus and the author of the gospel of john and the three letters of nt. A description of the heavenly state, under the figures of the water and the tree of life, and of the throne of god and the lamb. Hail and fire, mingled with blood, are thrown to the earth burning up a third of the trees.
Revelation 22 is the twentysecond and the last chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john, and the final chapter of the new testament and of. Another way is by claiming advanced knowledge in spiritual matters and that the bible is not the answer or simply wrong 2 john 1. Then seven blows of trumpets start two series of terrible plagues and judgments. To the church of philadelphia, the lord revealed himself as the one who holds the key of david, revelation 3. The original recipients of revelation were the believers in these seven churches. In these chapters god tells us what eternity with him will be like. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to eve rything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Those churches were in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira, sardis, philadephia, and laodicea. He that giveth testimony of these things, saith, surely i come quickly. 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. Ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, thyatira, sardis, philadelphia and laodicea 1. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies.
The notes below were originally taken from a slide presentation i gave upon the first eleven chapters of revelation. There are many symbols and their meanings are seemingly hidden. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. The last book of the new testament is also called the prophecy book and the revelation of jesus christ. And he that sat upon the throne said, behold, i make all things new. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. 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 22 is the final chapter in the final apocalyptic book of the bible. As seen in the chronology of revelation, john still continues to see things from the new heaven, new earth, and new jerusalem until the end of revelation 22. Summary of the revelation of jesus christ true bible study. The book of revelation overview of all 22 chapters youtube. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. John also echoed many spiritual truths taught elsewhere. The conclusion of this great book of the bible is now at hand in this chapter and the next.
Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. But first and foremost this book is the revelation of jesus christ. The last days of babylon, chapter 23, the beast and his mark. These sayings refer to the entire book of revelation. The usa is in the bible, in revelations, see that this is clearly so. There are some parenthetical sections and chapters in the book of revelation that appear in the midst of the chronological order to present more details or to take a break from the chronological order for a moment. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. In the following paragraph chapters 6 to 11 the seven seals of the book are opened by the lamb. John wrote these words about 20 years after nero died. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
Revelation 22 niv eden restored then the angel showed. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Book of revelation chronological order pursuing intimacy. The closing chapters of revelation present a glowing description of the new. Outside of revelation, examples of apocalyptic literature in the bible are daniel chapters 712, isaiah chapters 2427, ezekiel chapters 3741, and zechariah chapters 914. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 9 sounding. Is the story of balaam and balak an actual event or. The rise and fall of the antichrist appendix four a brief overview of the book of revelation. The angel affirms the truth of all that had been spoken, revelation 22. The first word in this writing is apocalypse, which is a greek word usually translated into english as revelation and it refers to something that is uncovered or revealed, as though removing a veil to expose what had previously been hidden. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. It described the events surrounding the second coming of jesus christ chapters 619, the millennium and final judgment chapter 20, and the eternal state chapters 21 and 22.
I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. The primary purpose of revelation is to reveal christ and not to satisfy curiosities about the four horsemen, the antichrist, etc. Douayrheims bible, apocalypse revelation chapter 22. The new view, therefore, began to argue that none of the events described in the book of revelation after chapters i. This beginning to end perspective comes to light particularly in the last chapters of revelation. Eruption of russias kliuchevskoi volcano with video. Here is the chronological order of the things to come in the book of revelation. From this verse to the end of the chapter is reckoned the epilogue of this book. See the meaning of the seven seals, seven trumpets and bowls of wrath. The new heaven and the new earth book of revelation. The present universe will thus be cleansed from all the effects of sin compare 2 peter 37, 10.
Many of the verses are foreboding and frightening, yet whoever reads this book is promised a blessing rev 1. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. Seven trumpets are sounded seen in chapters 8, 9, and 12. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, god shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are. The book is also written to all believers everywhere. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Colombias nevado del ruiz volcano has a deadly past. Oct 05, 20 what the 1945 lost book of revelation reveals about the future. What the 1945 lost book of revelation reveals about the future. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. He was a first cousin of jesus and was exiled to the greek island of patmos because of his faith. Betty yes the tree is a real physical tree that will exist in heaven.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title. The book of revelation is strikingly different from the rest of the new testament. Revelation bible book with full chapters new international version. The angel at philadelphia likewise had in their sight but a little strength. He who has an ear, let him hear what the spirit says to the churches. This chapter contains the accounts of the throne of god in the new jerusalem, the conversation between john and the angel and the epilogue of the book. I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. In chapter 4, john the revelator is taken up to the throne room of god, and in chapter 5, he sees a scroll with seven seals, the first six of which are opened by jesus in chapter 6. Sep 28, 2017 relaxing rain and thunder sounds, fall asleep faster, beat insomnia, sleep music, relaxation sounds duration. Charlotte had my school clothes pressed and lying on my window seat.
This is an exciting and wonderful series explaining the book of revelation from the kjv bible. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Summary in the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian. 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. As seen in the chronology of revelation, john is viewing all of these things that are set for eternity future from the vantage point of the new heaven, new earth, and new jerusalem throughout chapter 21 the beginning of the future eternity is described here, the most glorious time and with. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international. Taken together the simple idea is to take the cover off and expose to open view that. After the previous week, the idea of going to school and pretending like i was a normal teenage girl seemed ludicrous to me. And he warns the plagues or name taken out of the book of life if one adds or takes away plagiarizes in the 22th chapter.
The conclusion of this great book of the bible is now at hand. Obviously, the first church, seal and trumpet cannot be parallel to the first plague because it, like the rest of the plagues, are all future. Summary of the book this is not a comprehensive outline of the book. I am thinking that it might be that the 22 chapter represents the new day. For i testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, if any man shall add unto these things, god shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book. These sayings are faithful and true see the preceding chapter, revelation 21. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka.
Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which bible. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. The problems of recapitulation in the book of revelation. Revelation 22, english standard version 2016 esv the. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. What the angel unlocks is the entrance to the shaft of the abyss. Chapter xxii god the alpha and omega revelation 21.
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. Comment the very first word in the greek manuscript of the book of the revelation not revelations as is so commonly stated is the noun apokalupsis apokalypsis and it is derived from apo which means from and kalupto which means to cover or conceal. Just because they are not recounting an actual event does not make them a lie or pure fantasy. Chapters 21 and 22 describe what is referred to as the eternal state. By jack kelley friday august 17th, 2012 about 20 minutes to read. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. Its clearly written in the first chapter of revelation.
Chapters 2 and 3 are letters to churches in seven cities that were in existence in johns day. The slides regrettably have been lost but i include the notes below in case they are of use. Revelation 22 new international version niv eden restored. Only this view does justice to revelation s claim to be prophecy and interprets the book by the same grammaticalhistorical method as chapters, and the rest of. Hahn demonstrates why this littlestudied book contains many of the keys to understanding the gospels. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Remember this was the of life that existed in the garden of eden. The book of revelation is not really the revelation of its author, the. He explains that, for those students willing to examine the historical background to the new testament, the book of revelation actually summarizes the central doctrines of faith. Revelation 22 is the twentysecond and the last chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john, and the final chapter of the new testament and of the christian bible.
Revelation 1922 portrays christs future triumph over the forces of. The first chapter introduces the book and how it was received. It is populated by winged and wild creatures, locust plagues, and sevenheaded beasts. I know thy affliction and poverty a poor prerogative in the eyes of the world. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. It is a revelation that was received by the apostle john while he was in romanimposed exile on the island of patmos in the eastern mediterranean around 90 a. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app. The first heaven and the first earth are replaced by the new heaven and the new earth, predicted by isaiah compare isa.
Revelation 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. It is from jesus christ but is also about jesus christ. The book of revelation is arranged in this threepart structure. 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. All these prophecies come together in the book of revelation. Jason stephenson sleep meditation music recommended for you. Revelation is filled with obscure and fantastic symbolism, and it teems with mystical references. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down the literary design. Chapters 2122 having carried the themes of satans destiny and the judgment of unbelievers to their conclusion at the end of the millennium, john returns to. The book of revelation is one of the plainest books god ever caused to be written in history of the church, 5. Some early manuscripts containing the text of this chapter are. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. Verses 621, form a conclusion or summary to the book.
In these last two chapters, there is a special addition about heavenly jerusalem. The first two chapters of genesis describe creation and eden. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. 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.
All the violence, destruction, bizarre and outlandish imagery, and cryptic symbolism make for a story that is difficult to read and even harder to make any sense of. The purpose of this section is to show the content of the book, not its meaning. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. Jun 17, 2017 god has graciously revealed much of the book of revelation to his people in these last days through the prophet ministry of william branham. The revelation to john new international version the prologue 1. There has never been a time when it was more necessary to read and understand the book of revelation than right now. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation.
God would not have given it to us if its meaning were entirely a mystery. Jesus christ confirms what has been affirmed, and pledges himself for the fulfillment of all the prophecies contained in it, revelation 22. The series is explained by pastor steven anderson and i found this a helpful resource to my ever. The book of revelation, or the apocalypse as it is also called, is the last book of the bible. Heres what weve got to understand and accept about parables. Cyclical indices of growth, peace and prosperity contraction, war and depression for 2000 to 2027. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible.
The next morning felt like i woke into a dream world. Jun 29, 2011 one way is by claiming new revelation, that the bible and the book of revelation are not enough as with the book of mormon or any other religious writing that claims to be from god. The lord is fully encompassing all the experiences of the church at smyrna with all that he is and suffered, hebrews. The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. A brief overview of the book of revelation the rise and. The next diagram shows that the seven last plagues, the last of the sequential series in the book of revelation, cannot logically be included along with the previous three series of sevens. In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression.