The new king james version nkjv will be the version referenced. We can probably say that the scroll equals the book of revelation, starting at rev. Revelation chapter 2 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. The things which shall be hereafter prophetic things are found in the remainder of this book. Revelation chapter 1 opens with a prologue that lets the reader know that the revelation is from jesus christ himself. The same word was used when paul saw jesus on the damascus road. Revelation, chapter 1 king james version christian. At the very outset of this prophecy the spotlight falls upon our lord, calling the readers attention to the majesty and the glory of our lord, for this book is a revelation of jesus christ verse 1. Revelation 1 new revised standard version nrsv introduction and salutation.
The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. Christs letters to churches in sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. This quiz supports a summary study of the last book of the bible variously referred to as revelation, book of revelation, book of the revelation to john, apocalypse of john, apocalypse, or in popular misreference revelations. There is a description of johns work in the first five verses in this chapter. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. With this in mind, let it be clear that majority of. To understand it properly, one should have a working knowledge of the entire bible. Now viewing scripture range from the book of revelation chapter 1. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, the word revelation in the greek apokalupsis is the same word from which we get our english word apocalypse.
Revelation chapter 1 serves as an introduction to the book and in so doing it sets the tone for the rest of the book. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is worthy to open the book, and to loose the seals thereof. 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. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, 2 who bore record of the word of god, and of the testimony of jesus christ, and of all things that he saw. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is worthy to open the book, and to. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. And so begins this wonderful book of the revelation of jesus christ. The in modern style the first three verses would have been printed on a first titlepage, with revelation 1. The book of revelation chapter 1 popular christian videos. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The bible describes time from the ageless past in genesis 1. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. A collection of youtube video teachings from theologians and bible teachers worldwide on book of revelation chapter 1. The scope of the book is a series of events that all tie to the second coming of jesus.
He made this known by sending an angel to his servant, john, who had been exiled to the island of patmos. It is the revelation of jesus christ to show his servants revelation 1. This book, above all, shows the lord jesus christ and reveals him to us. Without revelation, christianity would be left with a very good book, but one that largely ended at the early church. The first chapter of the book of revelation from the watchword bible cev new testament. This chapter is a general preface to the whole book, and contains, i. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. Revelation 1 nrsv introduction and salutation the bible. Revelation chapter 1 study guide flashcards quizlet. The book of revelation production is available on dvd 110 min. A summary of each chapter in the book of revelation. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. Choose from 500 different sets of revelation chapter 1 bible flashcards on quizlet.
Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by the teacher for an absence 4. Revelation 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app.
Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. It includes the historical setting, timing and purpose, a discussion of the four most popular methods of interpretation and a versebyverse commentary of chapter one. Book of revelation chapter 1 college of the open bible. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. F38 bruce, however, did not believe the great trumpetlike voice mentioned here was that of the lord, basing his opinion on the fact that the lords voice is said to be like the sound of many waters revelation 1. The message of revelation is as relevant today as ever before, as our world seems to be descending into chaos. And a rainbow was on his head, his face was like the sun, and his feet like pillars of fire. And b he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, 2 c who bore witness to the word of god, and to the testimony of jesus christ, to all things d that he saw. John begins the book of revelation by saying those who read it are blessed because the time is near. I believe that god himself is the author of the bible. Lastly a declaration of those persons to whom this prophecy is by the commandment of god directed in the description of it re 1.
This book is gods open letter to us and contains critical information about our future. Without revelation, christianity would be left with a very good book. This last book of the bible is written to the church. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, who bore witness to the word of god, and to the testimony of jesus christ, to all things that he saw.
Christs letters to churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum and thyatira. The key verse, write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later rev. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Billy graham said i am an optimist because i have read the last chapter of the bible bob mumfords words are quite similar we have read the end of the book, and we know who wins. A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when. Revelations mark of the beast exposed 22 revelations ancient discoveries duration. See more ideas about revelation bible, revelation bible study and bible. We also saw how the book was handed down from god to jesus christ, to his angel, to the apostle john. That includes the book of revelation as all writing in the bible was inspired by the holy spirit of god, but the penman was the apostle john. Before we go into the first chapter and verse of revelation chapter 1, i would like to acquaint you with the penman, john the apostle. The book of the revelation chapter one revelation 1.
D george 0 comment bible study, book of revelation, revelation dr. The only indication in the book of revelation of the wicked mourning occurs in revelation 6. Their is no greater fortune than that of being saved. 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. F37 dake counted over sixty usages of the word great in the book of revelation. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it.
Jul 10, 2016 the things john has seen is found in this chapter. In the book of the revelation to john, john is told in. Even through all of this there is a clear structure. Hyles excellent book, lets study the revelation reasons some oppose the study of revelation. Jul 08, 20 to get hard copies of pastor andersons preaching cds, dvds, usbs, etc, come by faithful word baptist church in tempe, az, to pick up free copies. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. Revelation chapter 5 makes it clear that christ earned the right, through his atoning death, to take the scroll and open it, which includes the idea that he has the authority to. Write a running verse by verse commentary of a chapter of your choice of the book of revelation should be at least 3 pages 3. Mar 11, 2007 the book of revelation, in a sense, completes the time line of the bible. The book of revelation, in a sense, completes the time line of the bible. John indicates that the response of the wicked to the trumpet and bowl judgments is either a lack of repentance or men blasphemed god, but no mourning. Mar 03, 2011 the first chapter of the book of revelation from the watchword bible cev new testament. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2.
He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, a 2 who gives witness to the word of god and to the testimony of jesus christ by reporting what he saw. The prologue verses 1 2 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to him to show to his servants things which must shortly come to pass. After the exordium, and the seven epistles to the seven churches of asia minor, to whose angels or bishops the book seems to be dedicated, revelation 1. Revelation chapter 1 coffmans commentary of the new. In the opening paragraph of this study, i mentioned chapter 1, verse 3 that says, blessed are those who read this prophecy. Three angels broadcasting network 3abn 3,642,981 views 58. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 1. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. Book of revelation chapter one revelation of jesus christ. Revelation 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Secondly the sum of his prophetic calling and revelation re 1. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title.
Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry complete. A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all. The contents of this scroll are revealed in the book of revelation. The prologue verses 12 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to him to show to his servants things which must shortly come to pass. It is important to note that chapter one places a tremendous value on the relationship that we have as born again believers with the lord jesus christ.
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