Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction 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. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. The bible teaches that the saved shows evidence of salvation by living a changed life in harmony with gods law and. This is the only example of the title used with a transitive verb. For more on john the apostle, see the introduction in the life application bible commentary on the gospel of john. I know thy works, and charity, and service, and faith, and thy patience, and. I have recommended this commentary to a number of individuals who sought to truly understand the revelation of jesus christ and the feedback to date has been uniformly positive.
Dec 08, 2017 the book of revelation read by alexander scourby. A verdict from jesus regarding the condition of the church. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. Revelation 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. Unto the angel of the church of ephesus write the first message which john was bidden to deliver was to the church of. Free reading plans and devotionals related to revelation 2. It is forecasting what things will be like just before christ returns, and he uses these firstcentury congregations to illustrate his forecast for our time.
These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in. Revelation 2 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. I personally own over 180 commentaries on revelation and garlands is imo by far the best commentary ever written on this book. The book of revelation, also sometimes referred to as the apocalypse, contains both literal and figurative prophecies, and both literal and figurative.
Revelation 1 is the first chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. 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. Read revelation 2 commentary using wesleys explanatory notes. Revelation 2 to the angel of the church in ephesus write. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Each message to the churches includes an address, commendation, reproof, and promise. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture.
The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. Revelation 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges. Chapters 2 and 3 are the things that are division of revelation. We are immediately told that this book contains the revelation of jesus christ. A commentary on the book of revelation letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira from the apostle john on patmos. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages and prophecies of the past, and links it all into the events to unfold in the near future. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is presented in scripture as imminent, but. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version revelation is the final book in the holy bible. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 2. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira.
Read revelation 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction 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. The bible as well as the book of revelation serves as a book of victory and encouragement to true believers. I know thy works, and charity, and service, and faith, and thy patience, and thy works. Chapter 2 begins the messages to the seven churches. Smyrna was located on the aegean sea about 40 miles north of ephesus. Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected.
Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. If you really want to understand this great book, garlands commentary will not disappoint. Books containing formula for sorcery and other ungodly and forbidden arts were. Revelation 2 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Remember that god is judging us individually within each group.
Of the following letters to the angels of the seven churches it may be necessary to speak first in general, and then particularly. Comment i have scanned several sections of this 272 page work and found it to be a lucid, literalistic interpretation. 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. Like today churches are full of people that are saved, unsaved and people that are self deceived or just plain evil. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Did the bible predict the global pandemic of corona virus,and if it does which book of the bible is it from. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. 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. He was directed to write to every one of them according to their.
The nicolaitans are of course not identical988 with the mentioned in revelation 2. It is only in the scriptures, and especially in the book of daniel, and this of the revelation, that we find this happy mixture of clearness and obscurity in the accounts. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to. David guzik commentary on revelation 2, which includes jesus letters to the churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. Again he states that the time of the fulfillment of the prophecies of this book is at hand, revelation 22. 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. This is actually the second inspired letter to ephesus, the canonical book of. Since revelation is an endtime book, the overview given in revelation 2 and 3 is especially significant at this time. The next step is to enter your payment information. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. The letters to the seven churches share a similar structure. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants things which must shortly take place.
The book concludes with a versebyverse background guide to the contents of the message the risen lord sent to his church. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. What does it mean to have left your first love revelation. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks kjv. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. I say that having spent almost 3 years leading precept classes on daniel and revelation, during which time i logged over 2000 hours of study and preparation this is not to impress you but to give you some. These things saith the son of god, who hath his eyes like unto a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine brass. The assemblies of asia revelation chapter 2 commentary. I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. It was an important center of trade with a good harbor. God sees and addresses the conditions that existed within the seven churches at that time. Starting your free trial of bible gateway plus is easy.
Four parallel columns present the information you need on these key views, and inform you about outstanding commentators on the book of revelation. Revelation 10 and i saw another mighty angel come down from heaven, clothed with a cloud. Audio messages are also available to complement your study. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to its pages. The book itself tells us, right at the beginning, what it is about, but because of the way it is translated into english, we can read right over it and miss the book s own declaration of its contents. Please click one of the following links to navigate this site. Revelation 2 kjv unto the angel of the church of ephesus bible. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Return from chapter 2 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. David guzik commentary on revelation 2, which includes jesus letters to the.
Commentaries for the book of revelation the title 1. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 2. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. It is meant to be understood by his people, with a blessing promised to those who read, hear and keep the. What does it mean to have left your first love revelation 2. The letters to the churches were also written in a time of heavy persecution. Thebible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira pdf download. This chapter contains the prologue of the book, followed by the vision and commission of john. Cyril barber the ministers library volume 3 this is not a commentary on the book of revelation, but a wellinformed book that introduces readers to the intricacies of interpretation and theology of johns vision. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. Ephesus had some unique challenges for a christfollower in that it was home to the emperors cult and the worship of the greek goddess. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate.
In this description, as well as from the history of the firstcentury church from the book of acts and the epistles of the apostles, we see a church that had fallen apart. Commentators on the book of revelation have long debated the meaning. It is wellreasoned and not sensationalistic and therefore is recommended to supplement your study of the great revelation of jesus christ. The whole book of revelation presents itself as one long letter, as we have seen. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 2 and more.
It is only in the scriptures, and especially in the book of daniel, and this of the revelation, that we find this happy mixture of clearness and obscurity in the accounts of future events. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The subscriptions to this book are both few and unimportant. Revelation 22 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. The codex alexandrinus has simply the revelation of john.
Morris, in his commentary, the revelation record, indicates that each church receives a message composed of seven parts. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version. Study revelation 2 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Revelation 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. A parallel commentary covers the traditional views in an evenhanded fashion. The communications in chapters 23 have none of the formal characteristics of.
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