Commentary on the book of revelation chapter two

The lord jesus christ handles each church by name and by deeds. All the events of revelation the end times, here represented as the sealed scroll, fall under the mighty power of the lamb. In the paradise of my god the word paradise means a garden of pleasure. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. They deal with seven specific churches in asia minor, although the issues that those churches were dealing with.

Commentary on revelation chapter 16 theology first. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 18 by tom. 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 rapture has happened with the removal of the church. Johns address to the seven churches of asia, whose high calling he particularly mentions. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. In all cases, the person speaking to the churches is jesus christ.

Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. The entire book of revelation which includes the special. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 11 the two. The temple, the two witnesses, and the seventh trumpet rev 11. If you really want to understand this great book, garlands commentary will not disappoint. Fortytwo months is the equivalent of three and a half years. Garland approaches the text from a literal perspective and also assesses the weaknesses of various nonliteral interpretations. Now, jesus showed this twoedged sword to the christians in pergamos. We read from the book of revelation chapter two, and then go over verse by verse using classic commentaries from the greatest biblical scholars to to. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth.

A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 11 the. Chapters two and three contains personal letters directly from the lord to seve n churches. Preface the first two chapters of genesis, the first book of the bible, reveal gods creation of the universe, the particulars of earths renovation and the conditions set forth on it for the occupancy of humans. These 7 angels had the 7 bowls that contained the 7 last awful troubles from god. This is the only example of the title used with a transitive verb. Scripture passages appear in the top portion of each post, along with brief commentary and crossreferences. And the serpent cast out of his mouth after the woman water as a flood, that he might carry her away with the flood. Futurist commentary on revelation chapter 2, by don koenig jesus gives his message addressed to the churches at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. 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. Christians down through the ages have known that christs return is presented in scripture as imminent, but.

Mentions his exile to patmos, and the appearance of the lord jesus to him, revelation 1. The assemblies of asia revelation chapter 2 commentary. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century. 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. Hiebert a popular commentary on revelation that takes a premillennial and posttribulational view of eschatology. Revelation does not mention the church again until the final chapter 22. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. Revelation 4 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. This chapter contains the first four of the seven letters to the churches. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. The last two chapters of revelation details heaven and hell and the eternal state prepared for humans, depending on their position in jesus christ. Chapters 2 and 3 are the things that are division of revelation.

Each letter represents the church historically, doctrinally, and individually. Revelation 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Since chapter describes and develops the beast and his political. Revelation 2 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Throughout history the book of revelation has been much understood and neglected. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Satan versus yahovahs people the yahudim jews and israels children throughout history. Seeks to present different viewpoints and analyze problems of interpretation. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by. 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. Now, jesus showed this two edged sword to the christians in pergamos. That is almost twothirds of the book of revelation.

Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 2 letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. Welcome to this series on the book of revelation where ill be breaking down each chapter, verse by verse, to help you understand gods word, and to. Likewise, the two witnesses mentioned in verse 3 would prophesy and testify of jesus christ for. The angel told john that jerusalem would be trodden under foot forty and two months revelation 11.

This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. The whole book of revelation presents itself as one long letter, as we have seen. He who has an ear, let him hear what the spirit says to the churches. The epistle to the church of ephesus, commending their labor and patience, revelation 2. The entire book of revelation which includes the special messages to those 7 churches, was sent to those churches and a blessing was pronounced upon all who would read, hear and keep the words contained in this prophecy. Revelation 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Ladd sees the millennium and the whole book of revelation referring chiefly to the destiny of the church rather than to the theocratic promises to israel. Chapter 2 begins the messages to the seven churches. First, we believe that the book of revelation must mean something.

John was told to write what he saw in a book and send that book to the 7 churches in asia. A commentary on the book of revelation letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira from the apostle john on patmos. We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. John previous revelation study list next in the whole world paul taught that all the churches are arranged by sevens, that they are called seven, and that the catholic church is one. Two times in this verse, john uses the words after these things. 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. Commentary for revelation 2 epistles to the churches in asia, with warnings and encouragements, to the church at ephesus.

That objective will be completed when all of the seal events have taken place, and those seal events will be described in the next chapter. He signifies by the water which the serpent cast out of his mouth, the people who at his command would persecute her. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. And, reprehending their having left their first love, exhorting them to repent, with the promise of the tree of life, revelation 2. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 2. The preface to this book, and the promise to them who read it, revelation 1.

Return from chapter 11 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Revelation 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available. Measuring the temple, the two witnesses, and blowing the seventh trumpet to chapter 12. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. The next two chapters of revelation deal with the things which are. David guzik commentary on revelation 2, which includes jesus letters to the churches in ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. The two witnesses, measuring the temple revelation. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. Epistles to the churches in asia, with warnings and encouragements, to the church at ephesus. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 18. 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 letters to the seven churches of asia minor the letter to ephesusthe church of st. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. They are not letters, however, in any sense of the word. Two great wings are the two prophets elias, and the prophet who shall be with him. Revelation chapter 2 explained discover revelation.

Revelation chapter 2 matthew henry complete commentary. The epistle to the church of smyrna, commending their piety, and promising them support in their tribulation. After revelation deals with church issues, it deals with the future mainly regarding the nation of israel. Please read commentary on revelation 11 the sixth trumpet is divided into two parts. Revelation 2 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Each letter makes some reference to the vision noted in chapter one. Chapter twentyone new heavens, new earth, new jerusalem. The tree of life and the water of life go together, revelation 22. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 11 the two witnesses and the seventh trumpet pdf download. This is the only place in all the book of revelation where this title is used. Revelation 2 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. A clear, commonsense commentary on revelation chapter 2 the lords letters to the assemblies of asia at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. Revelation 2 commentary commentary critical and explanatory.

Chapter six literally represents the beginning of the end. 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 two witnesses are interpreted as two individuals. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 2. I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. Jul 15, 20 pastor steven anderson the book of revelation. This chapter and the whole book of revelation is about life in this world between the first and second advents of christ. The lamb, who is worthy, opens the first six seals. They are human beings just like you and me for they have been redeemed by christs blood.

Its labors had brought the gospel to the thenknown world. Morris, in his commentary, the revelation record, indicates that each church receives a message composed of seven parts. An inscription, declaring the original and the design of it v. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 2 and more. Or, a disclosure from jesus christ about what must shortly come to pass. As you read, you soon will become immersed in a fantastic display. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation.

He was directed to write to every one of them according to their. During the dark ages or the period of this church, the man of sin spoken of by paul in 2 thessalonians 2. In chapter 9 first part, the focus is on the military conquest and unifying of the world, which once complete, will move against the christians the church of the world, which is. The dragon is satan working through pagan religions, the occult and spiritualism, while the beast symbolizes satan working in disguise. God sees and addresses the conditions that existed within the seven churches at that time. This is a two part vision, where god is praised as creator chapter 4 and christ as powerful redeemer chapter 5. The seal introduction, which began in chapter 4, now continues and concludes here in chapter 5. A scientific and devotional commentary on the book of revelation. There is a wide diversity of viewpoints regarding the interpretation of this chapter, but most of this occurs because men try to symbolize or spiritualize the city, the temple, and the events that are. Of whom he gives a most glorious description, revelation 1. 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.

Revelation chapter 2 explained book of revelation each. The communications in chapters 23 have none of the formal characteristics of. Chapter 6 describes the opening of the first six seals and introduces the seventh seal. 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. Revelation chapter twowith classic commentary youtube. The message of chapter five cannot be over emphasized. Chapter introduction some things are to be observed of all the epistles, before we come to the particular epistles. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The temple, the two witnesses, and the seventh trumpet. This introduction serves to explain the objective that will be accomplished within the seal period. Revelation 5 the scroll and the lamb revelationlogic. The transition to the fourth chapter of the book of revelation. This commentary is based on almost 40 years of daily bible reading by the author, comparing english translations with biblical languages along with the work of respected scholars.