In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 2. Satan versus yahovahs people the yahudim jews and israels children throughout history. The rapture is a future event at the time of this writing, but is an eminent event. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 2 and more. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. We may highlight from chapter 4 that god is praised precisely as creator of all. The purpose of the book the revelation of jesus christ. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. F31 hendriksen was mightily impressed with the implications of this term and named his book on revelation after it. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, who bore witness to the word of god, and to. The book of revelation opens with seven letters to seven churches.
The next two chapters of revelation deal with the things which are. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture. Revelation chapter 2 coffmans commentary of the new. David guzik commentary on revelation 2, which includes jesus letters to the churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. A collection of youtube video teachings from theologians and bible teachers worldwide on book of revelation chapter 1. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters. What are the most commonly asked questions about the book of revelation. Each of those seven churches received a message directed specifically to them chapters 2 and 3 before john launched into his account of the future which he. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Such parallels are noted at relevant points in the commentary, but one of. Jan 01, 2008 book of revelation chapter 2 receive the revelation be prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. Beginning in verse 18 of chapter 2, the lord addresses the angel of the church. A scientific and devotional commentary on the book of revelation. This chapter is a general preface to the whole book, and contains, i.
John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. Mar 30, 2016 the revelation of jesus christ chapter 2 and 3 introduction. They are not letters, however, in any sense of the word. Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2. Chapter 2 begins the messages to the seven churches. Epistles to the churches in asia, with warnings and encouragements, to the church at ephesus. Revelation 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Revelation 2 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Revelation 11 commentary wesleys explanatory notes. Revelation 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely. Such parallels are noted at relevant points in the commentary, but one. Revelation 2 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 revelation 1. Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected.
To eat of the tree of life the first thing promised in these letters is the last and highest in the accomplishment, revelation 22. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. The assemblies of asia revelation chapter 2 commentary. Who are the two witnesses in the book of revelation. Book of revelation chapter 11 the two witnesses and the. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Book of revelation overview insight for living ministries. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. Let us refer to it as the revelation just as the book reads. An inscription, declaring the original and the design of it v.
Return from chapter 11 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 2. Tyndale house, 1983 note that this is not leon morris who is categorized below click for a notes cyril barber the ministers library treating the apocalypse chapter bychapter, morris provides his readers with numerous sidelights on the text not found. The first death is usually a painful separation of. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. Revelation chapter 2 bible bible sermons online bible. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars. Thebible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira pdf download. Revelation 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. The revelation of jesus christ chapter 2 and 3 introduction. The tree of life and the water of life go together, revelation 22. Revelation chapter 2 matthew henry complete commentary on. In all cases, the person speaking to the churches is jesus christ.
Revelation 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when he delivered to him this revelation v. However, the impact of her teachings can be seen in the conduct of the bond servants. The book of revelation was written sometime around 96 ce in asia minor. However, the impact of her teachings can be seen in the conduct of the bondservants. And, reprehending their having left their first love, exhorting them to repent, with the promise of the tree of life, revelation 2. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to. Bible sermons online, the bible, revelation chapter 2. The overall impact of vision ii, then, is to show the dire and precarious position in. See the exposition of the seventh verse of this chapter.
The lessons are organized into subjects of one week study per lesson for an overview of the course please refer to the course outline all references for the course are found in the course bibliography for questions about this study please contact us. The book of revelation closes with solemn appeals of the lord jesus to men in general and to the believers especially. He was directed to write to every one of them according to their. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is. Notice that he uses, for the first and only time in the book of revelation, the title the son of god. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by.
David guzik commentary on revelation 11, describes the introduction of the two witnesses, their ministry, death and reviving. The fourth approach of the book of revelation is not examined by elliot and is the view that this study shall take. But the diamond flashes variously coloured lights according to the angle at which it is held, and breaks into red and green. A systematic study on the book of revelation, verse by verse in order. The two witnesses, measuring the temple revelation chapter. Revelation 12 the woman, the child, and the dragon a. Revelation overview john calvins commentaries on the bible. And i saw a beast rising up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, and on his horns ten crowns, and on his heads a blasphemous name. 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. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks. 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. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Book of revelation a verse by verse audio study chapter 11 the two witnesses and the seventh trumpet judgment. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 1 and more.
Christ himself prophesied of the destruction of jerusalem and, about the time in which that was accomplished, he entrusted the apostle john with this book of revelation, to deliver it to the church as a prediction of the most important events that should happen to it to the end of time, for the support of the faith of his people and the. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Of the following letters to the angels of the seven churches it may be necessary to speak first in general, and then particularly. Revelation 2 the loveless church 1 to the angel of the church of. About team theological foundations impact stories partners license contact. For three centuries smyrna had been one of the most. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 11. Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2.
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. In this chapter is shown how it will fare with the holy city, till the mystery of god is fulfilled. In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 1. Read revelation 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible concise. Please click one of the following links to navigate this site. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation, revelation 2. The epistle to the church of ephesus, commending their labor and patience, revelation 2. He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry complete. Revelation 1, revelation 2 and revelation 3 form a group of chapters that relate to the lords relationship with the church and describe the church age before the rapture of the church. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus.
We may, indeed, say that the inmost moaning of them all is the gift of christ himself. This is the start of the series and the introduction to the study. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants things which must shortly take place. The rough and inaccurate greek of revelation sharply contrasts with the polished and faultless greek of johns gospel and letters. The whole book of revelation presents itself as one long letter, as we have seen. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. Chapter introduction some things are to be observed of all the epistles, before we come to the particular epistles. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read. The temple, the two witnesses, and the seventh trumpet rev 11. Read revelation 1 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 2. View revelation 1 in the note window the book of the revelation of st. However, it is found in all seven of these letters to the churches, and john also used it repeatedly in 2 john 2 john 2. Audio bible book of revelation chapter 120 youtube. Measuring the temple, the two witnesses, and blowing the seventh trumpet to chapter 12. Jul 08, 20 pastor steven anderson the book of revelation. Why do daniel and revelation give varying counts of 1,260, 1,290, and 1,335 days for the tribulation. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 11 the two. The two witnesses and the seventh trumpet 1 and there was given me a reed like unto a rod. Relates to the things which are, that is, the then present state of the church, and contains the epistle of john to the seven churches, and his account of the appearance of the lord jesus, and his direction to the apostle to write what he beheld, ch. Read revelation 2 commentary using wesleys explanatory notes. Later writers, such as clement of alexandria, origen, victorinus who wrote one of the earliest commentaries on revelation, eusebius, and jerome affirm the domitian date.
A commentary on the book of revelation letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira from the apostle john on patmos. Revelation overview matthew henrys complete commentary. In the paradise of my god the word paradise means a garden of pleasure. Revelation overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by john calvin, helps you experience his lasting impact on christian theology and thought. This chapter contains the first four of the seven letters to the churches which. The temple, the two witnesses, and the seventh trumpet. Revelation 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. 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. Dionysius cautiously suggested that a prophet named john, who lived in ephesus in the first century, had written this book. God sees and addresses the conditions that existed within the seven churches at that time. Chapters 2 and 3 are the things that are division of revelation.
Return from chapter 2 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. Enoch and elijah, as far as we know, are the only two individuals whom god has taken directly to heaven without experiencing death genesis 5. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 12. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. 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.
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