The lens is focused on the person of jesus christ, and his destiny is imminent. 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. Get the walvoord commentary and theology collection for your logos library. The dead will stand before god to be judged out of the books according to their works. The seals of gods book, the breaking of which call up the horsemen and. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 17 and more. Ive always been a strong believer in adult sunday school classes and bible studies in our churches. It is most important to understand that the book of revelation does not list the scenes and events in the same order in which they will actually occur. A message for the first century many try to take the message of revelation literally and thereby develop many fanciful doctrines. This chapter is, on several accounts, very important, and particularly as it appears to explain several of the most remarkable symbols in the book. Revelation is a lens that puts the entire bible into focus. A few explanations of certain portions might be added, but i am not sure that these would be needed. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to. These are those who were victorious over the beast through their faithfulness unto death.
Wilsons charts cover a range of historical, literary, rhetorical, and interpretive issues that will guide the careful student in making more viable interpretations of this difficult yet enriching book. The final chapters of revelation gave hope to christians facing persecution from. Revelation depicts the reality of god, thereality of the existence of man, and the reality of the flow of history more precisely in its use of poetic illustrations than human realism could ever achieve. In chapters 2 and 3, as exalted lord of the church, he. Temple second edition 2011 thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. This bible study is designed to highlight the major points of revelation in eight weeks. Of the 216 chapters, there are 318 references to the second coming. The purpose of revelation many people either fear the book of revelation or have an unhealthy interest in it. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans.
David guzik commentary on revelation 17 describes the fall of religious babylon and the ten kings to come, who are allies of the antichrist. Book traversal links for the revelation of jesus christ. The tapestry of this 12th chapter of the revelation first introduces the woman that produces the messiah 12. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Justice and judgment, elisabeth scheussler fiorenza in the shadow of empire see greg careys chapter, the book of revelation as counterimperial script edited by richard horsley apocalypse and allegiance. Revelation 17 the bowl interlude part 1 revelationlogic. They are the tribulation martyrs, described in revelation 7. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 18 by tom. The illumination comes to the minds of gods peoplenot just to the spiritual elite. The story of daniel the prophet, and the story of the seer of patmos. Dating revelation to ad 66 and gospel of john to 98 ad.
Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. Thus, the woman clothed with the sun may be identified as the nation of israel. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The first question confronting the reader in chapter 7 is, why was it so crucial to prevent any wind from blowing 7.
Revelation 17 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The events described from the fourth chapter to the end he supposes to refer to the jewish war, and to the civil commotions which took place in italy while otho, vitellius, and vespasian were contending for the empire. The revelation of jesus christ southview bible church. And the woman was arrayed with the utmost pomp and magnificence. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. The fitting capstone of gods revelation to man in the bible, the book of.
It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. This is the suggestion that i made to elder haskell which resulted in the book he published. I encourage you, the participant, to maximize your learning by working through the study questions for each week prior to coming to class. Chapter 10 the angel, seven thunders, the little book. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. But god designed this book for a very different purpose. Charles, a critical and exegetical commentary on the revelation of st. Chapters 17, 18 and part of 19 deal with the judgment of babylon the great. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god.
Outline of the book of revelation, as well as a commentary on revelation by john t. Finally chapter 19 brings in christ appearing on earth. Take a look at the basic structure of the 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 book of revelation is the only book of the bible with a promise to the reader. Chapters 20 to 22 show the millennium and the eternal state with a new heaven and a new earth. Revelation 17 begins the bowl interlude, which discusses the wrath of god as a whole. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 15. Such is dangerous as the book itself sets forth many symbols with their meaning. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion. The angel, which began the discourse of chapter 17, promised to shew unto the apostle john the judgment of the great whore that sitteth upon many waters 17. Revelation is meant to produce in you comfort, courage, hope, and praise. Best commentaries on revelation without all that blood moon. In chapter 5, john the author of this book saw a vision of one who sat on the throne, holding a scroll sealed with seven seals 5. Revelation 17 niv bible one of the seven angels who had. This chapter shows the ultimate exodus, the freedom of gods people from a sinful and persecuting world. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. 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. Revelation 17 then one of the seven angels who had the. He supposes the book of the apocalypse to have been written a considerable time before the destruction of jerusalem.
All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. 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. These seals would be made of wax or clay, attached in such. For more on john the apostle, see the introduction in the life application bible commentary on the gospel of john. The identity and destiny of material, secular babylon the great. Revelation 1722 also describes the crescendo of final earthly events fulfilling heavenly fathers. The difficulty is mainly in determining the identities of mystery babylon of chapter 17 and babylon the great of chapter 18 and ascertaining the differences between the two identities. Read revelation 17 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The book ends with confirmations of authenticity by god, christ and john. The identity and destiny of modern, prophetic, mystery babylon to chapter 18. The timing of the events related to them during the tribulation also raises some controversy. Commentaries for revelation chapter 7 the 144,000 and the unnumbered multitude.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 17. In revelation 17 and 18, the fall of babylon is carefully detailed. These questions are not designed as a test of your knowledge and should not be treated as such. As explained at toward the end of the chapter 16 commentary, we are continuing the bowl period. Outline for this study of the book of revelationpages 1, 2, and top of page 3. A commentary on the book of revelation southside christian. The books of daniel and the revelation should be bound together and published. Understanding daniel and the revelation plus supplementary material by p. No criticism is leveled toward this church, and they are commended for.
Return from chapter 17 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. 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. Chapter 3 presents an exegetical analysis of revelation 17. The revelation of john, a servant of god, which was given unto him of jesus christ in the bible appendix. Revelation chapter 17 explained book of revelation each. Essex assistant professor of bible exposition the relevance of the book of revelation to the issue of the timing of the rapture is unquestioned.
The angel explains the mystery of the woman, of the beast, etc. A letter from the lord of the candlesticks 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. These 7 angels had the 7 bowls that contained the 7 last awful troubles from god. Revelation chapter 7 explained book of revelation each. Revelation 1722, new testament student manual 2018. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12. Commentary to revelation free online downloadable pdf.
A study guide to the prophecies of daniel and the revelation. Chapter 17 and 18 show the judgment of babylon which is christendom departed from god. Babylon is mentioned 287 times in the scriptures, more than any other city except jerusalem. 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. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 17 revealing.
T he wiersbe bible commentaryhad a modest beginning in 1972 when victor books pub lished my commentary on 1 john and called it be real. I go chapter by chapter in the commentary and sometimes. Worship, politics, and devotion in the book of revelation by j. This last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. Assumptions common to many who participate in discussing the i ssue incl ude the authorshi p of t he book by john the ap ostle, the date. Charts on the book of revelation is a useful supplement to courses on the book of revelation in both the church and the academy. The book of revelation is viewed by scholars as having been written in the genre. View the entire commentary more information on commentaries. Nobody remembers who named the book, but for me it was the beginning of three decades of intensive bible study as i. Revealing the mystery of babylon the great and the beast chapter 18. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. A broad understanding of prophetic scripture is essential to properly discern what john is seeing in these chapters. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 17 revealing the mystery of babylon the great and the beast.
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