Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. This book, revelation fulfilled, is the first and only book that decodes the visions in the book of revelation with the major historical events in the last two thousand years. Jan 09, 20 the book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. It is meant to be understood by his people, with a. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages.
Study guide for revelation by chuck smith blue letter bible. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with a helpful commentary. The word is derived from the greek word, apokalupsis sometimes written apokalypsis an unveiling, revelation. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of. Read in english by phil chenevert the book of revelation, often known simply as revelation or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament and occupies a central place in christian eschatology. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version. Now, there is a common misconception concerning the book of revelation, and a lot of people will say. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come.
This is the solemn pronouncement of the one who has a firm grasp on. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth. An exhaustive study of the book of revelation harris, keith, lahaye, tim f. Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation. Now, there is a common misconception concerning the book of revelation, and a lot of people will say, well, i never deal with the book of revelation. A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version. This passage put simply says that, this book will reveal who christ is and the. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. The scroll and the lamb read revelation 5 kjv along with. This book is the unveiling of jesus christ in his relationship to the church, to judgment, and. Thus, revelation is a book that was intended to reveal, not conceal. Revelation 1 king james version kjv 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this.
The name revelation comes from the first word of the book in koine greek. The greek word translated revelation is apokalupsis, for which reason men refer to it as the apocalypse. The book itself tells us, right at the beginning, what it is about, but because of the way it is translated into english, we can read right over it and miss the books own declaration of its contents. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him. God is ready to unveil this book to those who are ready to receive it, eat it, and live fully in the splendor of christ. The author names himself as john, but modern scholars consider it unlikely that the author of revelation also wrote the gospel of john. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1.
Historians believe that he was unsure how to interpret it. Revelation must be an experience of encountering the living. The book unveils his relationship to the church, to judgment and to the things to come in the future. 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. We are immediately told that this book contains the revelation of jesus christ. Exactly the opposite, rather than a sealed book, it is an unveiling. Unveiling revelation and a landmark commentary series. Who bare record of the word of god, and of the testimony of jesus christ, and of all things that he saw. Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which bible.
The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. The greek word translated revelation is apokalupsis, for which reason men. The word revelation in greek is apokalupsis, which means an uncovering or unveiling. The book of revelation is the book in the bible that is considered to be shrouded in mystery. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Apokalypsis means unveiling, disclosure, or revelation, which is just the opposite of what most people suppose it means. The unveiling of jesus christ the book of revelation starts by telling us the full title of the book itself. The book of revelation was likely written between a. Online course on the book of the revelation of jesus christ. 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.
Todays pulpit typically erroneously teaches or ignores the book of revelation, practically sealing the revelation of jesus christ. Respected bible teacher and beloved pastor adrian rogers takes readers on a breathtaking journey through the blessing book of revelation with unveiling the end times in our. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his. The greek new testament gives this book the title, apokalypsis ioannou, or the revelation to john. It is meant to be understood by his people, with a blessing promised to those who read, hear and keep the things revealed in these prophecies. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which. Sep 01, 2017 the book of revelation is exciting, powerful, and dynamic. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. The primary purpose of revelation is to reveal christ and not to satisfy curiosities about the four horsemen, the antichrist, etc. The author names himself as john, but modern scholars.
This presents a lost opportunity for true christian happiness. Revelation fulfilled, unveiling the mystery of the book of. In chapters, john describes the details of the setting as he received this revelation unveiling of truth. The book of revelation prophesies the history of the church, so that the blessed man may read, hear, and take heed.
Many people think that the book of revelation cannot be understood. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. The book of revelation is the revelation of jesus christ in the sense that it belongs to him, he is the one. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. Thus, the book of revelation is obscured by the hype and omission so prevalent in contemporary marketing and culture.
Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. A term sometimes used for the book of revelation since the word revelation comes from the greek apokalupsis, an unveiling, revelation. Unveiling christ in history gods kingdom ministries. The book itself tells us, right at the beginning, what it is about, but because of the way it is translated into english, we can read right over it and miss the book s own declaration of its contents. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. The final book of the holy scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by john, who may or may not have. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version revelation is the final book in the holy bible. The book of revelation an introduction scripture revealed. In revelation, johns visions reveal that jesus has overcome evil by. Unveiling the 2,000year mystery of the book of revelation to help more people to understand the prophecies in the book of revelation, we created a tv show hosted by mr. John wrote that revelation is special because, blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it. Many dont realize that the book of revelation came from a direct encounter with an angel sent by jesus to give the contents to john. But it must be more to us than merely an unveiling of events to come. Greek text latin vulgate wycliffe version king james version american.
Revelation summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of revelation for bible study or sunday school lessons. Librivox recording of the book of revelation, king james version. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible that promises a rich blessing to those who read and obey what it states. 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. 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.
This book which ends the new testament is the fullest example in the new testament of apocalyptic writing, a type of literature that was mostly employed in times of distress and persecution. Before we begin our study, i am going to encourage you with the same words that i always offer. The book of revelation endtime ministries irvin baxter. This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been. Walking through revelation biblical prophecy revelation. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. Many writers over the centuries who did pontificate dogmatically about the last book in the bible might have done better to follow in calvins footsteps. The unveiling of this statue and we could finally see what was behind the wraps. The one major book of the new testament on which john calvin never wrote a commentary was the book of revelation.
The book of revelation, often known simply as revelation or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament and occupies a central place in christian eschatology. More importantly it is different from styles of writing used today. Prophecies that deal with the disclosure or revelation of the end time events. The final book of the holy scriptures describes a dramatic, often terrifying vision by john, who may or may not have been the same john who was an apostle to jesus christ. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. The book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The book of revelation starts by telling us the full title of the book itself. The book of revelation is exciting, powerful, and dynamic.
He reveal to his prophets what is going to happen like abraham god reveal to him. Revelation must be an experience of encountering the living christ. Revelation introduction, king james version, american edition. See 601 apokalypto 602 apokalypsis revelation, unveiling is principally used of the revelation of jesus christ the word, especially a particular spiritual manifestation of christ his will previously unknown to the extent because veiled, covered. Irvin baxter explains revelation in a 16 lesson commentary available on dvd in our endtime store. This is the solemn pronouncement of the one who has a firm grasp on the seven stars in his right handthe one who walks among the seven golden lampstands.
This article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson. Even though apocalypsis is most often translated revelation, the best equivalent word in english is unveiling. It is from jesus christ but is also about jesus christ. Revelation 2 new english translation net bible to the church in ephesus. Read in english by phil chenevert the book of revelation, often known simply as revelation or the apocalypse, is the final. In this book he is always referred to as he which is, which was and which is to come, as in v4. Watch our overview video on the book of revelation, which breaks down. The book of revelation, also known as the book of the apocalypse, is an unveiling of jesus christ.
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