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. Revelation then becomes merely a collection of stories designed to teach spiritual truth. Also known as the apocalypse, a greek word meaning revealed or uncovered. This commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book through the lens of the lds doctrine and mormon experience. Modern scripture adds to an understanding of the man and his writings in three important areas. The divine origin, the design, and the importance of this book.
Uncovering the book of revelation widtsoe foundation. This is the seventh in a series of articles extracted and edited from the revelation of john the apostle, volume fourteen in the brigham young university new. Jesus, the slain lamb who died for the sins of the world, will return one day as king with his followers to prompt repentance. The answers, direct from god, are contained in the collection of modern revelations called the doctrine and covenants. Key to understanding commentaries on revelations is knowing the position of the commentator. The book of revelation, also called revelation to john or apocalypse of john is the last canonical book of the new testament in the bible. In this view, the book contains neither historical allusions nor predictive prophecy. This commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book aided by the lens of lds doctrine and mormon experience. The message of revelation is the same as that of all scripture. The aml is a nonprofit that promotes fellowship among scholars and writers of latterday saint literature. What are we to understand by the book which john saw, which was sealed on the back with seven seals. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The language and imagery is so chosen as to appeal to the maturing gospel scholar, to those who already love the lord and have some knowledge of his goodness and grace.
For some parts of the book of revelation, joseph smith, first prophet of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, often inadvertently called the mormon church, went to the lord with direct questions. It is the only biblical book that is wholly composed of apocalyptic literature. Deseret book stories that won hearts and awards this year from the association for mormon letters lds living the association for mormon letters aml awards were presented online on saturday, may 2. The book of revelation takes an approach to the plan of salvation that is found nowhere else in all of our inspired writings. We are to understand that it contains the revealed will, mysteries, and the works of god. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Revelation 12 to 22 he that overcometh shall inherit.
Book of revelation overview church of jesus christ. Instead, it shows that every human kingdom eventually becomes babylon and must be resisted. Revelation overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. John as a translated being, an additional record of john, and clarification of the book of.
A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. As such, this can be ordered online, through the church or purchased at any deseret book. Tithing paid in cows and how pioneers performed plural marriages. Rating system is not about how well the book is written, but on its contribution to the lds community 1 avoid, 2 if desperate, 3 good book for the topic, 4 best book for topic, 5 must read for your christian development. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 2009, 27189. A book of commandments manuscript, law and covenants books b and c, and printed sheets from 1833, the book of the law of the lord manuscript, the william clayton journal, zebedee coltrin journal, the evening and the morning star, joseph smith letterbook 1, kirtland revelations book manuscript, manuscript letter. This commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book through the lens of. And the book which was the book of life is the record which is kept in heaven. Hemer, the letters to the seven churches of asia in their local setting grand rapids, mi. This commentary has been through advanced checking. God delivered his messages in the form of images housed within discrete visions, with each symbol explaining, exposing or emphasizing various aspects of the message conveyed. John, revelations of the encyclopedia of mormonism. Joseph smith said, the book of revelation is one of the plainest books god ever caused to be written. A historical and biographical commentary of the doctrine and.
The apocalyptic book of revelation is a symbolic glimpse. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Book of revelation lds gospel discussion thirdhour. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. The language and imagery is so chosen as to appeal to the maturing gospel scholar, to those who already love the lord and have some knowledge of. The beast coming out of the earth with two horns, deceiving the world by is false miracles, and causing every one to receive his mark in their right hand, revelation. In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies.
Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. The short announcement on the main page promises a multivolume commentary on the new testament along with a new rendition of the greek new testament texts, which will combine the best of ancient linguistic and historical scholarship with latterday saint doctrinal. Yet the book of revelation need not remain closed, at least for latterday saints who accept modern revelation. The revelation of john the apostle byu new testament. This view also ignores revelations prophetic character and, if carried to its logical conclusion, severs the book from any connection with actual historical events. During the time, his responsibilities included overseeing missionary work, encouraging the construction of the.
John the divine, draper said he had a powerful insight while working with coauthor michael rhodes on the revelation of john the apostle, the latest book in byus 18volume new testament commentary series, of which the widtsoe foundation is a publication sponsor. Susa young gates and the vision of the redemption of the dead read or listen for background on doctrine and covenants 8. Panel discussion of the revelation of john the apostle. A website for the upcoming byu new testament commentary series has popped up. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Book of revelation mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. Revelation latterday commentary last days signs of. 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. The beast rising out of the sea with seven heads, ten horns, and ten crowns, revelation. The book is not a secret code that allows believers to decipher the timeline of jesuss return. And the revelations which i have caused to be written by my servant john shall be unfolded in the eyes of all the people ether 4. Whats inside the new joseph smith papers volume lindsey williams to say the summer of 1842 was a busy season in the life of joseph smith would likely be an understatement.
The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Eerdmans publishing company, 1989, 9495 3 trench, commentary on the epistles to the seven churches in asia. A panel discussion on the book of revelation at the second annual conference of the byu new testament commentary project held. 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. A message to the latterday saints from the book of revelation. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. For those parts which are prophetic, it will be much easier to see meaning after the events have transpired. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple.
The stories in this collection help answer these questions and help see the revelations through new eyes. A commentary of the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ 20 by cooper p. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. A message to the latterday saints from the book of revelation by richard d. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Draper, understanding images and symbols in the book of revelation, shedding light on the new testament. 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. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. During a lifetime of study and research into the revelation of st. It also is available on audio file for listening, as well as through.
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