I knew basically what revelation meant back in 1977, having been briefly introduced to a sound view of the book in a general eschatology course taught by greg l. Preterist, which means gone by, is derived from the latin word praeteritus. Clear and concise answers from genesis to revelation revelations. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show. Its supposed prophesies of end times and armageddon are not good for modern society. In 30 minutes, understanding the book of revelation ebook will help you. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. Book of revelation, paperback bible prophecy for kids. The imagery in revelation is multifaceted, and is in principle capable of multiple embodiments. There is a minority view, however, that the book of revelation was composed prior to 70 a. On the book of revelation and the ten commandments youtube. Unfortunately, a great majority of those diligent detectives missed one of the most important cluesif not the most important clueto solving the mystery. Applying the best available sources of commentary from a variety of scholars, donald and jay parry show that the book of revelation is meant for us to understand and that it is possible to understand it.
Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. The book of revelation introduction the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. It is the first book that many new to the bible want to study, while it is often neglected by mature. In short, the book of revelation is arguably the most important book you will read in your life time. Few biblical books have been as revered and reviled as revelation. Is the modern interpretation of the book of revelation flawed. A parallel commentary covers the traditional views in an. Bishop myers discusses the truth about the book of revelation and also teaches us how to remember the 10 commandments using a pictorial mnemonic device. The project gutenberg ebook of studies in the book of revela. And no other book of the bible promises blessings to those who read it, hear it and take to heart what is written in it. Dear church family, for many, the most difficult book of the bible to understand is the final book of the new testament, the book of revelation. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. 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. The things john had already seen are recorded in chapter 1.
Understanding the book of revelation kindle edition by rose. Four views on the book of revelation focuses specifically on the book of revelation and the primary ways in which it is read and understood today. Preterist views revelations prophecies as reflecting actual historical events in apostle johns near future, which have been. Free kindle books kjv bible, lds ebooks manuals and scriptures. Bauckhams book will guide you into a richer understanding of the symbolism and their significance and literary art of johns prophetic imagination. Understanding the book of revelation the big book of bible difficulties. Download free lds ebooks for kindle, ipad, and other ereader devices. Elements of the differing views can be incorporated beneficially into our understanding of the book. Understanding the book of revelation is a timely book as we approach the twentyfirst century. Revelation books four views on the book of revelation edited by marvin pate, the revelation of jesus christ by john walvoord, the book of revelation by clarence larkin, revelation revealed by jack van impe, keys to understanding the book of revelation by arthur bloomfield, wrath and glory by david reagan, revelation unveiled by tim lahaye, a commentary on the revelation of john by george. The four views and their proponents are 1 the preterist view, by kenneth l. Revelation is indeed sent as a letter with a traditional greeting, direct messages to the recipients re 23, and a sendoff re 22.
The book of revelation page 1 of 4 preterist idealist classical dispensationalist progressive dispensationalist ideology historic. Heretofore, my discussions on the book of revelation have centered around the rapture if and when it will happen, the millennium, and who the antichrist is. For each, he presents the basic approach, strengths of the approach and weaknesses of the approach. In the first chapter, the risen and exalted christ is speaking to john. Preterist idealist classical dispensationalist futurist progressive dispensationalist the interactive counterpoints forum allows each author not only to present his view, but also to offer brief commentary on other views presented. Paul spilsburys book is a close runnerup for my go to book for an introduction to revelation. Although many today follow dionysius in his view of authorship, the external evidence seems overwhelmingly supportive of the traditional view. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate and summarize three of the four views based on the book, four views on the book of revelation, edited by c.
A simple outline for the book of revelation is found in revelation 1. Four views of revelation class outline ray wimsett interpretive approaches i. That book allowed the proponents of each of four different views to present an overall summary of their approach to the book of revelation. Revelation by anonymous free ebook project gutenberg. How can we understand the book of revelation and its many interpretations. Four views on the book of revelation zondervan counterpoints series does the book discuss other books that overlap revelation.
Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. Years ago i heard some preach this book of revelation as we do the gospel. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. It should be the last book of the bible that anyone seeks to become an expert on. Most 4 views books on the book of revelation compare and contrast dispensational premil. Why doesnt christianity remove the book of revelation from the bible. Daniel for example appears to have witnessed john receiving part of revelation 22 in daniel 12, while john appears to have heard details in rev. Why doesnt christianity remove the book of revelation. Of all the books of the bible, few are as fascinating or as bewildering as revelation.
For example, the futurists are correct in pointing out that some events described in revelation have yet to be fulfilled 2nd coming of christ, final judgement. A combination of these views is probably closest to the truth. Historicist interpretations see revelation as containing a broad view of history, whilst preterist interpretations treat revelation as. Click on an image below to view available ebook formats for download. Four views on the book of revelation counterpoints.
The book of revelation is a teachers delight, yet the preacher must tread softly here. Preterist view the book of revelation relates only to the events of the day in which it was written. Gregg sees these 4 categories as a helpful xaxis on eschatology. As i read the four views, the preterist view fascinated me. This book by gregg, on the other hand, is a detailed, versebyverse commentary, with the text divided into paragraphs, and each paragraph followed by four parallel columns. We ought to be transformed by what we read, to become more faithful servants of christ.
Revelation 17 discover 4 yourself inductive bible studies for kids paperback breaking the code participants book. Futurist view the scroll is either the title deed to the earth or gods prophetic. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. The book of revelation is a glorious gift of god to his church. Revelation does not give us information just to tickle our fancy. Four views on the book of revelation explores the four main views in which revelation is understood.
Written by the apostle john as a record of a series of visions given to him by jesus christ, this apocalyptic work. Here we may examine the question by looking at the views of several of the most notable recent scholars on revelation. God revealed the entire church age in advance through the symbolic visions of the apocalypse 1. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. Bible and theology kindle edition by zondervan, pate, c. This book allows proponents of each of the four major interpretive views on revelation to present an overview from their perspective. This book by gregg, on the other hand, is a detailed, versebyverse commentary. Four views on the book of revelation ebook by stanley n. Without a thorough understanding of the rest of scripture most of revelation will neither make sense nor be appropriately appreciated. Historicism, a method of interpretation in christian eschatology which associates biblical prophecies with actual historical events and identifies symbolic beings. It looks at four interpretations of revelation, and why those particular interpretations are held.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading four views on the book of revelation counterpoints. The book of revelation, by all accounts, is the most difficult book in scripture. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. It was refreshing to read a book about how to approach revelation in its entirety.
Barrick, the testimony of jesus in the book of revelation 10. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. Studies in the book of revelation project gutenberg. Speaking through the exalted christ, and of the exalted christ, he uses a multitude of visions and prophecies to instruct, warn, and comfort his pilgrim people as they make their way through the wilderness of this evil age, past the consummation, and into the new heavens and the new earth. Christ tells john to write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. People have shied away from this book because of its use of symbolism and its cryptic references.
1045 1052 1436 353 376 1238 29 766 1012 535 653 496 1298 1379 426 578 20 1526 1516 1227 1095 46 345 1235 1017 103 495 1339 1292 344 17 1079 1174 130