Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author. The title of the book, revelation, is a translation of the greek word apokalypsis, which means an unveiling or a disclosure. 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. 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 christ. The book of revelation is letter written to seven churches in asia, revealed to the apostle john by jesus and signified by an angel. Many major entities and symbols in the book of revelation are introduced earlier in the bible. It also shows the processings needed to change us into his image. Bible reading revelation chapter 1 addeddate 201119 17.
Bible questions revelation chapter 1 proprofs quiz. John wrote that revelation is special because, blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it. Chapter 1 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. How did john get the information for what is often known as the apocalypse the book of revelation. After this preface identifying this book as a revelation and a prophecy given by god through an angel to john, john himself enters the picture as the author of what is to follow.
Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which. The few who have remained pure and faithful will share christs victory and will be inscribed in the book of life rev 3. An inscription, declaring the original and the design of it v. Original 1611 kjv bible this is the text and a scan of the actual, original, first printing of the 1611 king james version, the he bible, for revelation chapter 1. Revelation 1 king james version 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass.
We start revelation chapter one with not a theological trip, but a spiritual journey into the future as we begin the study of the book of revelation written by john. Greetings from john the writer, and from jesus christ in heaven, vv. This vision of christ is equaled in grandeur only by the vision of his final return as king of kings and lord of lords 19. Revelation complete bible book chapters and summary. Jesus christ writes to his churches in the 1st and 21st centuries. Nov 04, 2019 the book of revelation sees that plan coming to completion. Chapter 1 this chapter is a general preface to the whole book, and contains, i. Revelation complete bible book chapters and summary new. Revelation 1 is the first chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The person of jesus christ christ in glory, chapter 1 a. Revelation chapter 1 second continued discover the book of. 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.
The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which. The revelation to john new international version the prologue 1. There is an angel ascending in both accounts 1 en 100. Revelation chapter 12 discover the book of revelation. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. Revelation bible study part 1 introduction, chapter 1. The book of revelation production is available on dvd 110 min. The kjv does not get more original or authentic than this. Divide the chapter into topics or paragraphs and give each a title. From the outset, we are given the most important truth about the book of revelation. A voice from heaven instructs the author to take the little scroll and eat. B he made it known by sending his angel c to his servant john, d 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god e and the testimony of jesus christ.
The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Jul 15, 2020 more book of revelation quizzes the revelation knowledge, level 1, quiz 2 the revelation knowledge, level 1, quiz 2 book of revelation chapter 8 quiz. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants things which must shortly take place. The book of revelation, chapter 1 to angels of the churches. The introduction and prologue to the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show. Revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave. 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 3 blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is. Revelation 1 kjv the revelation of jesus christ, which bible.
The revelation is both from christ and about christ. 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. Nevertheless i have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. Its principal subject is to discover the purposes of god concerning the affairs of the church, and of the nations as connected therewith, to the end of the world. For the next key to understanding revelation we need to look at what the book of revelation says will be happening to the church during this soon to come time period. John sees future tribulation, but he also sees the lamb of god seated on his throne revelation 1. Revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. Introduction the book opens with a pretty big claim.
Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, bible revelation chapter 1 verse 1 library free downloads ebibles. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to eve rything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Book of revelation chapter 1 receive the revelation be preparedcurrent events confirm that we are in the last days. John was exiled to the island of patmos for preaching the word of god and testifying as a witness of jesus christ. The nature and purpose of the book is explained in the first chapter. Revelation, chapter 1 king james version christian answers. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. In chapters 1 3, john describes the details of the setting as he received this revelation unveiling of truth. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. Guaranteed to be different then any other presentation. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate.
Jehovah the true god in the heavens and creator of all things. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus. There is a description of johns work in the first five. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to show unto his servants things which. Verse 19 is the key verse that unlocks the door to the entire outline of the book. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by. Also, the angels of the churches are included in the rebukes given to many of the churches. John addresses the prophecy to the seven churches that are in asia 1. Watch our overview video on revelation 111, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. From this larger picture you can better understand what is happening. The introduction and prologue to the book of revelation.
Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by the teacher for an absence 4. Prologue the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. The author of the book of revelation is told not to write down what the seven thunders say. Revelation chapter 1 second continued discover the book.
This is his report of the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The book of revelation is arranged in this threepart structure. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. This chapter is a general preface to the whole book, and contains, i.
Revelation 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. John was probably in his eighties since this was taking place about a. The preterist approach to revelation the unfolding of. It is further evidence of the threefold division of this great revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture.
The authors role changes from that of scribe to that of prophet. A dramatized interlinear hebraic narration in this video series, over a year in the making, the entire book of revelation is narrated in dramatic form from a hebraic mind set. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2. Not from a christian or jewish perspective, but a hebraic one. Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who. Revelation chapter 1 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. A free bible version and commentary on revelation chapters in easyenglish. There is suffering and death in johns vision, but there is also hope revelation 1.
Yet, the book of revelation is far more than an apocalyptic prophecy. The reuelation of iesus christ, which god gaue vnto him, to shewe vnto his seruants things which. Unto him that loveth us, and loosed us from our sins by his blood. The book of revelation i chapters 111 the bible youtube. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book.
What does it sound like would be happening to the church in the time after they received the book of revelation. Prologue 1 the revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Revelation chapter 1 opens with a prologue that lets the reader know that the revelation is from jesus christ himself. Greeting john, to the seven churches which are in asia. Revelation chapter 1 continued discover the book of. Revelation 1 niv bible the revelation from jesus christ. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. Commentary on revelation chapter 14 theology first. Written by the apostle john near the end of the first century, revelation shows how events will play out in the end times. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. Revelation, in one section, forms an inverted parallel with the book of enoch in which 1 en 100.
Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. The book deals with the afflictions, tribulations and ultimate salvation of gods people and emphasizes that gods vengeance will come upon his enemies. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john, 2 who faithfully reported everything he saw. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. This book shows us the antichrist, it shows us gods judgment. It is his place and privilege however then, as a christian, which is spoken of, not the prophetic period into which he entered. Revelation closes with a vision of the future restored paradise in the new heavens and the new earth where righteous dwell securely forever.
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