After god prevented balaam from cursing israel at balaks request, balaam taught balak the secret to israels destructioncompromise. The seven trumpets is the sound cycle of seven that appears in the book of revelation. They deal with seven specific churches in asia minor, although the issues that those churches were dealing with can also be found in the christian church today. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. This book cross and crown is a powerful and thrilling recital of the most romantic and dramatic incidents in history to be found on. With the conclusion of the introductory matters of chapter one, john begins his presentation. Jan 26, 2017 study of the seven churches the book of revelation chapters 23 2017. It is the most misinterpreted verse by various christian personalities and groups throughout the history of christianity. Revelation 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. A verdict from jesus regarding the condition of the church. These are the words of him who is the first and the last, who died and came to life again. And the witnesses will have the power to destroy their enemies with fire revelation 11. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. In the same way that we must read a novel cover to cover before understanding it properly, so must bible students have an understanding of the bibles first 65 books before they can truly understand its.
Revelation 23 the next two chapters of revelation deal with the things which are. The key to understanding the book of revelation is to interpret it as literally as possibleit says what it means and means what it says. 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. Revelation 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Study of the seven churches the book of revelation chapters. They are churches in the cities of ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira, sardis, philadelphia, and laodicea. What do the lampstands in the book of revelation mean. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 2. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies.
Chapters 2 and 3 are the things that are division of revelation. This word is derived from nikos meaning victory, to utterly vanquish or conquer. Years ago i heard some preach this book of revelation as we do the gospel. 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. Epistles to the churches in asia, with warnings and encouragements, to the. It cannot be understood without knowing the ot prophets ezekiel and daniel especially, nor without knowing the words of the lord jesus in matthew 24. The seven stars appear to be the pastors of the seven churches. The book of revelation this reading plan will introduce you. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 2 and more.
Remember this was the of life that existed in the garden of eden. In greater detail john is shown the relationship of the church to its source the stem of the lampstand the lord jesus christ. Who are the two witnesses in the book of revelation. Revelation 2 new international version niv biblica. These two keys still appear on the papal arms as symbols of spiritual authority. It also ignores the time limitations the book itself places on the unfolding events compare 11. The book of revelation through hebrew eyes lost in translation, vol. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. It also explores the structure, content, original meaning and modern application of the book of revelation. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 11. In prior chapters, john described his vision of the final judgments on earth, leading up to the defeat of the antichrist and the false prophet at armageddon. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 11 the.
Like the seven seals, the trumpets can be divided into two cycles. I know about the slander of those who say they are jews and are not, but are a synagogue of satan. They burned all their magic books, and they experienced miracles. The entire book of revelation which includes the special messages to those 7 churches. Smyrna meaning myrrh yielded its sweet perfume in being bruised even to death. Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john.
Study revelation 2 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. About what must shortly come to pass by tom stewart. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. The meaning of peter in their language was the interpreter. The entire book of revelation which includes the special messages to those 7. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Following that conflict, the two satanic figureheads are cast into the lake of fire. Revelation 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Likewise, we could see revelation as the final chapter in gods 66 chapter novel called the bible. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 2.
The book of revelation is the fulfilment of every biblical prophecy. David guzik commentary on revelation 2, which includes jesus letters to the churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. Study of the seven churches the book of revelation chapters 23 2017. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Revelation 4 explained dramatic movie chapter 4 gideon. In revelation chapters, seven stars are referenced four times. These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. Note here that spirit is capitalized meaning gods spirit. Likewise, we could see revelation as the final chapter in gods 66chapter novel called the bible.
Each church is given a unique description of jesus, a command, and a promise. Kenny in reply on revelation 2 betty yes the tree is a real physical tree that will exist in heaven. The two witnesses and the seventh trumpet 1 and there was given me a reed like unto a rod. He was directed to write to every one of them according to their. Revelation 2 3 the next two chapters of revelation deal with the things which are. Revelation chapter 2 explained discover revelation. Study of the seven churches the book of revelation. Chapter 2 begins the messages to the seven churches. 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 scripture.
Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. What does it mean to have left your first love revelation 2.
In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 2. The meaning of 666 in the book of revelation one of the most misunderstood topics in the book of revelation is verse. The book of revelation this reading plan will introduce. The seventh and the final seal opened up with nothing but total silence in heaven for the space of half an hour. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god.
Instead of the seven letters, chapters 23 of revelation should be called the. The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. In the first chapter of revelation, john introduced his reason for writing. Ephesus had some unique challenges for a christfollower in that it was home to the emperors cult and the worship of the greek goddess artemis acts 19. What does it mean to have left your first love revelation. Of the following letters to the angels of the seven churches it may be necessary to speak first in general, and then particularly. What is the seventh sign in the book of revelation. Read revelation 2 kjv along with a helpful commentary. Ephesus had some unique challenges for a christfollower in that it was home to the emperors cult and the worship of. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Also, the first few chapters of revelation contain letters from jesus to seven historical churches in asia minor. The witnesses will have the power to turn water into blood revelation 11. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1.
This interpretive method robs revelation of any meaning for those to whom it was written. And when he had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven about the space of half an hour. God sees and addresses the conditions that existed within the seven churches at that time. He that hath an ear, let him hear what the spirit saith unto the churches. He was instructed to record jesus words, aimed at each of seven churches in asia minor, and to faithfully record them. Start studying migliores glossary of theological terms chapter 2 the meaning of revelation. Each of the seven epistles in this and the third chapter, commences with, i know thy. The book of revelation is a teachers delight, yet the preacher must tread softly here. And the seven angels who had 1 the seven trumpets 2 prepared themselves to sound them. The first sign is a woman who represents the nation of israel revelation 12.
The seven signs are not usually taught by teachers even though the signs occur in the description of the tribulation. Migliores glossary of theological terms chapter 2 the. Revelation 2020 verse by verse ministry international. The book of revelation describes the tribulation period using seven seals, seven trumpets, seven signs and seven bowls. In the narrative of this epistle, from revelation 2. In the same way that we must read a novel cover to cover before understanding it properly, so must bible students have an understanding of the bibles first 65 books before they can truly understand its final book.
Of the following letters to the angels of the seven churches it may be necessary to speak first in general. He wore an insignia of the two keys of the pagan gods janus and cybele. To him that overcometh will i give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it. Seven trumpets are sounded seen in chapters 8, 9, and 12. They are not letters, however, in any sense of the word. Note that this leader seems to do as the scripture suggests, and tries the spirits to see whether they are of god or not. Revelation 2 niv bible to the angelof the church in. Revelation 2 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. The letters to the seven churches share a similar structure.
This reading plan will introduce you to the background and primary message of the book of revelation. 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. God would not have given it to us if its meaning were entirely a mystery. Modified from chuck misslers supplemental notes on the book of revelation, page 46, koinonia house inc.
Revelation chapter 12 contains a description of a woman, who is clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and a crown of twelve stars atop her head. The book of revelation through hebrew eyes lost in. Revelation 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The whole book of revelation presents itself as one long letter, as we have seen. Revelation 4 revelation 4 new international version niv the throne in heaven 4 after this i looked, and there before me was a. Nov 16, 2017 revelation 4, a explained dramatic video from bible niv version. Nevertheless, i have somewhat to allege against thee exemplary as thou art in many respects. David guzik commentary on revelation 2, which includes jesus letters to the. The apostle john, having in the foregoing chapter written the things which he had seen, now proceeds to write the things that are, according to the command of god ch. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation.
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