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. Niv application commentary nivac 9780310231929 by craig s. Revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. 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 religious person fully. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. Revelation 1 new international version niv biblica. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue.
The book of revelation niv audio holy bible high quality. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. This is why the authorized king james version calls revelation the revelation of saint john the divine divine was a seventeenth. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Jun 09, 2014 the prophecies contained in the book of revelation are key end time revelations which we must prepare ourselves for, as the end time is happening now. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers.
Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. The time for understanding the book of revelation is now at hand. The commentary, like others is divided by chapters of the book of revelation. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Clearly written, with minimal technical jargon, and thoughtful analysis and application of the book, keeners work is a monumental achievement. 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. Aug 04, 2009 revelation the dragon pursuing a woman, from the bamberg apocalypse. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. It is properly, therefore, the revelation of god, sent by these various agents to his servants at large.
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. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. Full bible movie the book of revelations, bible movies.
Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. God reveals a basic framework for understanding future events. I know about the slander of those who say they are jews and are not, but are a synagogue of satan. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is. 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. Revelation bible book with full chapters new international version. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature.
For the accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our god day and night, has been hurled down. The book of revelation, which is sometimes called revelation to john, apocalypse of john, or revelation of jesus christ is the last book of the new testament in the bible. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. By her teaching she misleads my servants into sexual immorality and the eating of food sacrificed to idols. The prophecies of the book of revelation are among the most important parts of the bible, and understanding these words is a crucial component of understanding how the end times will unfold. Revelation 2, new international version niv the bible app.
The book of revelation this course is designed as an expository study of the book of revelation, taking the student through the entire book with cross references to other portions of scripture. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Revelation 21, new international version niv the bible app. This online course features new testament scholar craig keener teaching through the book of revelation. Each volume has the scripture passages written out, a sermon outline that is listed in a parallel column, commentary that provides important background information, thoughts for illustration, and others scripture references written out.
Bible study courses revelation bible study courses. The revelation to john new international version the prologue 1. Symbolic language, however, is one of the chief characteristics of apocalyptic literature, of which. Book of revelation niv audio bible non dramatized youtube. Genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers, deuteronomy, joshua, judges, ruth, 1 samuel, 2 samuel, 1 kings. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of revelation with an emphasis on.
I used this commentary while exploring the book of revelation with a womens bible study. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title. These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. These are the words of him who is the first and the last, who died and came to life again. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. These lessons, based on keeners revelation commentary in the niv application commentary series, help you grasp the message of revelation and the powerful impact it can have today. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading revelation the niv application commentary book 20. 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. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. From the niv study bible, introductions to the books of the bible, revelation.
The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Book of revelation simple english wikipedia, the free. Later manuscripts usually have the title of the revelation of the theologian. Some of the earliest manuscripts have the title of the revelation of john. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. I heard or read somewhere that the book of revelation isnt included in catholic bibles, but that they have 73 books instead of the protestant 66, which protestants know as the apocryp. Dr kaisers share history of interpretation, possible interpretation, application and his own thoughts. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app. The author was probably a christian from ephesus known as john the elder. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur.
Daniel, recorded 600 years earlier, sets the stage for the larger and more detailed book of revelation, which describes many events nowhere else in the bible. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. 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. 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. The way the book of revelation is actually written is as a series of kind of unfolding revelations, each one of which gets to something deeper in the story. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible society. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison to test you, and you will suffer. The great dragon was hurled down that ancient serpent called the devil, or satan, who leads the whole world astray. Now have come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our god, and the authority of his messiah. What the book of revelation reveals about the end times.
Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. The last book of the new testament is usually called the book of revelation or simply revelation. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Apr 29, 2015 the book of revelation from the holy bible new international version niv book 66 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a clearer sound, so this speed. How does the book of revelation apply to the modernday church. The book of revelation, the last book of the bible, has fascinated and puzzled christians for centuries. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible. Revelation is indeed sent as a letter with a traditional greeting, direct messages to the recipients re 23, and a sendoff re 22. The star was given the key to the shaft of the abyss. I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. To the church in ephesus to the angel of the church in ephesus write. This section explores chapters, covering the interaction of the first two primary characters of the book, the introduction of the first prophetic symbols, and the locations and characteristics of the seven churches. The book of revelation from the holy bible new international version niv book 66 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a clearer sound, so this speed.
You tolerate that woman jezebel, who calls herself a prophet. The sun and sky were darkened by the smoke from the abyss. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. 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.
The book of revelation and you free bible study guides. This framework is primarily laid out in daniel and revelation. Revelation the niv application commentary book 20 kindle edition by keener, craig s download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Why do catholic bibles not include the book of revelation. 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. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world.
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