In verse 2, john takes the responsibility to write down that revelation, and in verse 3 it says, blessed is the one who reads you can underline that who hears underline that who keeps the things written in it. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. A unique bible commentary on the books of daniel and revelation from the author of our sermons and bible commentary pages. The scroll in revelation 5 is the visualization of this truth. This scroll is unique in that it is sealed with seven seals. In ancient israel, under the law when land was sold, the losses were written down in a scroll and then it was sealed. Jones has done a marvelous job of commenting on the events prophesied in the revelation. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 5 the book of the revelation with the edgar cayce readings as given for each chapter chapters 122, with interpretation 91 toward a better understanding of the book of the revelation, a group project.
And he came and took the book or scroll out of the right hand of him that sat upon the throne revelation 5. Koesters book, the other books are not listed in any particular order. Matthew henry shelved 9 times as biblecommentary avg rating 4. The body of the commentary is based on the english text, with details of greek grammar relegated to the footnotes. Revelation 5 commentary chuck smith bible commentary. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Well, tonight were in for, i trust, a great time, and in order to make the most of it, open your bible to the book of revelation.
The lion of the tribe of juda jesus christ, who sprang from this tribe, as his genealogy proves. Some commentators attempt to divide the effects which flow from the opening of the seals into separate categories. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible by matthew henry, the epistle to the hebrews by f. I 1 saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a 2 book written inside and on the back, 3 sealed up with seven seals. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. Popular bible commentary books showing 150 of 2,245 matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible hardcover by.
Chapter five the large scroll revelation commentary. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. I think that this is a good commentary for the busy pastor or layman who wants a bit more indepth study without the details of aune or beale. Bullingers commentary on revelation first published in 1902 under the title the apocalypse or, the day of the lord, approaches the text of revelation from a.
Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. That it is written on the inside and on the back suggests a similarity to the scroll in ezek 2. The late nineteenth and early twentieth century saw a renewed interest in the study of bible prophecy and especially the book of revelation. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Revelation 5 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this work deals with the final book of the new testament and bible. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book. Typically, the book of revelation has been studied as if this scroll has no. Revelation 5 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, as set of 17 volumes on the new testament, the result of barclays dedicated work hi. Revelation 5 introduction importance of revelation revelation is the culmination of all books of the bible revelation brings to conclusion the many prophesies of the bible revelation puts in context the endtime events for gods purpose for creation author a. This is an exceptional commentary written from the literal approach to the scriptures.
A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. The next thing catching the attention of john was the sevensealed scroll held. It is interesting to me that the elder declares to. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book. 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. Read revelation 5 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. It is interesting to me that the elder declares to john, behold, the lion of the tribe of judah. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The scroll was held in the left hand, and unrolled with the right.
Justin martyr directly affirms that john was the author. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Mounces treatment of revelation is now available in a revised edition dated 2008. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. And then this important statement, for the time is at. The identification of babylon the harlot in the book of revelation. All the lines of biblical prophecy seem to converge in it, bringing the whole of the old testament to an apotheosis of divine purpose.
Under the mosaic law, land cannot be taken from gods people permanently. On such a typical scroll, the book of revelation would fill a scroll 15 feet 4. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use of both. Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected. He is able to open the scroll and its seven seals v. The book of revelation is beyond doubt the most fascinating, the most difficult to interpret, and the most poetical of all the books in the bible. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read. Before we come to the lords table tonight, i want us to look together to the scriptures and to the book of revelation which we have been studying now for. However, there are many reasons to consider that this scroll in revelation 5 is the same scroll found in the book of daniel. The scroll of revelation 5 is a unique scroll which god has sealed with seven seals. On gods part there was no withholding of his future purposes as contained in the book. Bullinger was a lifelong scholar and writer studying at kings college, london. Christ by taking the book from the hand of god does what no other being in the universe can do.
Saw this is the first of thirtynine occurrences of the phrase and i saw. There is a story about a mother who noticed that her sixyearold son was deeply engrossed in trying to draw and color an elaborate picture. Commentaries for revelation chapter 5 the sevensealed scroll and the lamb. Isaiah spoke of this in the old testament, isaiah 34. After each seal, the scroll showed the events that would. Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. There are many medium length commentaries on revelation, but what makes this special is that it is authored by gordon d fee who has already penned commentaries on 1 corinthians, philippians and 1 and 2 thessalonians in the much more detailed nicnt series. Jun 20, 2009 preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Complete bible commentary on the book of revelation chapter 6 with king james bible text. Revelation 5 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. An angel searches for someone who is worthy to open the scroll and break its seals, but no one is found who. Revelation 5 commentary william barclays daily study bible. What the bible says about scroll in revelation 5 from forerunner commentary.
Tonight we have as our purpose a tour through this marvelous book. To read the scroll someone had to break all 7 seals in order. Revelation chapter 1 coffmans commentary of the new. The scroll in daniel 12 appears to be the same scroll that is in view in the book of revelation. The scroll, something that has been sealed with seven seals, is now opened. Revelation 5 the scroll and the lamb then i saw in. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 5.
The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Seven heads are seven mountains, ten horns are ten kings and a woman is a great city 17. This commentary is the fourth in the relatively new new covenant commentary series. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 5. Revelation 5 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary.
He is also the author of the notes and appendixes of the companion bible and the author of numerous works including commentary on revelation, great cloud of witnesses, how to enjoy the bible, and number in scripture. The versebyverse commentary is preceded by a brief discussion of authorship, date, setting, structure, and various methods of interpretation as well as by an analytical outline of the book. Revelation chapter 7 coffmans commentary of the new. 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. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. A commentary of the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ 20 by cooper p. There are similarities between this scroll and these other books. 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. This will not do, for it is the lamb who is the only one found worthy to loose the seals. Before we come to the lords table tonight, i want us to look together to the scriptures and to the book of revelation which we have been studying now for many months and we find ourselves in the e. And a scroll was a long sheet of parchment that was rolled up like paper towels. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use.
Book of revelation mp3 audio study chapter 5 the scroll. Aug, 2012 the body of the commentary is based on the english text, with details of greek grammar relegated to the footnotes. Revelation 5 the scroll and the lamb revelationlogic. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 5 and more. God revealed to daniel the events that precede the second coming of the messiah in the tribulation by sending michael the arch angel to answer his questions dan. The preeminent person of prophecy revelation 1 lesson 3. Revelation 5 commentary the sevensealed scroll and the lamb. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is. Revelation 5 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible.
I 1 saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a 2 book written inside and on the back. Thompson stated that, the understanding of this passage derives from such scriptures as acts 22. Commentary on revelation christian books, bibles, gifts. Moo, and leon morris present the early christian testimony and the contem porary discu ssion con cern ing th e au thors hip of revela ti on an intr oducti on to t he new testamentgrand rapids.
What the bible says about scroll in revelation 5 bible tools. A scholarly and comprehensive exposition of revelation written in the language of the layperson. Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. Koesters revelation and the end of all things in my opinion, koesters concise and, i mean concise commentary is the best place to begin, if one is seeking to understand revelation anew. Homer hailey in his commentary on daniel observes that the angel in daniel 12 is. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. George ladd, a commentary on the revelation of john grand rapids, mich eerdmans, 1972. Many scholars and writers do not examine the significance of this scroll in the scriptures.
Revelation is one of the most difficult, widelydebated books of the bible. Verse 3 blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of the prophecy, and keep the things that are written therein. As one read the message, the document had to be unrolled. The scroll has writing on both sides, but no one knows what the scroll says until the scroll is opened. It is possible the book does not contain the prophecies which follow. One of the characteristics of the revelation is that it is the book of new things. Typically, the book of revelation has been studied as if this scroll has no reference to any scrolls in the old testament. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work.
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