In revelation, god is described as having the appearance like that of jasper and carnelian with a rainbowlike halo as brilliant as emerald. It is a book about the tribulations and triumphs of gods people. Again, this does not chronologically advance the narrative of tribulation events, but is descriptive, introductory and explanatory. A series of visions, each one leading into the next. And the voice i had first heard speaking to me, like the sound of a trumpet, now said, come up here, and i will show you the things that must occur in the future. Revelation 11, new international version niv the bible app. Its first verse, an occurrence of 1111, offers joyful praise in gratitude for gods.
John sees the celestial earth, the throne of god, and all created things worshipping the lord. Revelation 4 new international version niv the throne in heaven. It is a revealing of that which was not formerly known or knowable by man. Dimension1111 astrology titorial and free horoscopes for all zodiac signs. Revelation 1111 3 revelation 1 study notes main point and purpose john is told to write a prophetic, revelatory, letter to seven churches, for their blessing if obeyed in the midst of hardship, and for the glory of christ. Meaning of the number 111, 1111 in the bible bible study. Glory, vision, angels, throne, apocalypse view more view less 9. Free access to sermons on revelation 1111, church sermons, illustrations on revelation 1111, and powerpoints for preaching on revelation 1111. The orthodox faith volume i doctrine and scripture.
The epistemology of the book of revelation newton 2018. Worthy are you, our lord and god, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed. Neither this condition of the saints beneath the altar, nor this now first given robe, is. You are worthy, our lord and god, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created and have their being. This article uncovers the epistemological assumptions of the book of revelation specifically related to spiritual experience, revelation, and eschatological vindication and points out how they may advance the development of a contemporary christian epistemology. And the voice i had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, come up here, and i will show you what must take place after this.
The book of revelation, also called the apocalypse which means that which has been disclosed, and also called the revelation to saint john, is traditionally considered to be the work of the lords apostle who later wrote the fourth gospel and the letters. Verse upon verse study from the book of revelation. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Gieschen the book of revelation is often interpreted as a document that is full of eschatology, namely, it is understood as depicting the gloom of the last days and the glory of eternity. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. The white robe in this book, says alford, is the vestment of acknowledged and glorified righteousness in which the saints reign with christ. Revelation 4 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Another brilliant book, superbly read revelation is terrifyingly dark in places and not an easy story to hear at times, but nonetheless another brilliant shardlake book. If you have noticed that number 1111 is appearing everywhere around you, if it is. Ben witherington iii is well known for his many contributions to biblical studies author of twenty. The book of revelation is also called the apocalypse of john and revelation of jesus christ, it is the last canonical book of the new testament and the only biblical book that is wholly composed of apocalyptic literature. Sacramental theology in the book of revelation charles a. The book of revelation is unique as the sole totally apocalyptic work in the nt.
William barclay presents a refreshing study showing the difference in the attitude shown in the book of acts toward rome and the empire and that shown in the revelation. The date of the book in its present form is probably near the end of the reign of domitian a. Revelation 4 niv the throne in heaven after this i bible gateway. Revelation prep questions and study notes accumulated. Everything is coming in the future, and most of it is in the final days before the eschaton.
This was the new revelation that jesus christ released and it was usually. Revelation 11 is the eleventh chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in. Revelation 4 niv the throne in heaven after this i. The 1111 phenomenon occurs when a person feels drawn to look at the clock. It presents other facts and explanations that contribute to the total prophetic scene of the.
They are divided into two sections labeled old testament and new testament. Revelation 4 niv bible after this i looked, and there. The book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. As a result of this false theophany, many will worship the dragon and the beast verses 4, 12. In the early days of christianity the safest refuge of the christian from a mob of angry jews was the tribunal of the roman magistrate. Revelation 11 new international version niv biblica. The last time we opened the book of revelation we saw the angels with their sleeves rolled up, rubber gloves and waders on, and pails full of ammonia and clorox, finally ready to disinfect creation before the holy one takes. The book of revelation is the book of consummation, as genesis is the book of commencements, thus bringing to completion the divine library of the holy writ. Blessing for obedience is the key in verse 3, glory is the goal in verse 6, and hardship as the context comes in verse 9.
A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. And each of the four living beings had six wings about him, and they were full of eyes within. Sounding the fifth and sixth trumpets demonic locusts and demonic horsemen 1 and the fifth angel sounded, and i saw a star fall from heaven unto the earth. Revelation 4 is the fourth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Before reading the book, look over the following questions and then answer the questions as you read. Recent developments in christian philosophy, in particular epistemology, need to be enriched by a study of epistemology in the bible. It would take a book to tell them all, but ill mention a few. The futurist would say that nothing in the book of revelation past chapter 4 has yet been fulfilled. It is a book of the future of the kingdom of god among men. And the angel stood, saying, rise and measure the temple of god, the altar, and those who worship there. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, the apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation of jesus christ from its opening words or the apocalypse, is the final book of the new testament, and therefore also the final book of the christian bible. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation 11. Introduction to revelation read the whole book of revelation at least once or more.
He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Thus began a string of unbelievable coincidences, leading eventually to revelation 11. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. A rainbow that shone like an emerald encircled the throne. Zechariahs vision had both a near fulfillment the rebuilding of the temple by joshua and zerubbabel, and a far future fulfilment the two witnesses, whose. The book of revelation was strongly graphic which could bother some people.
The demonstration of gods power universally results in fear, especially for those who. As the second half of the tribulation week progresses from the seal judgments to the trumpet judgments, the intensity of gods dealing increases by at least a third, i. The book of revelation is also called the apocalypse of john and. Paper 101 the real nature of religion urantia book.
In its literary genre it resembles strongly the ot books of ezekiel, daniel, and zechariah. The book of revelation asv american standard version. The aim of this study is to present an understandable color visualization of the successive events, purposes and characterizations that mark the consummation of the age. I, however, thought it was very well acted and the premise was unique and interesting. The first vision that the author experiences is that of entering heaven and seeing gods throne revelation 4. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr.
These indepth versebyverse studies harmonize the holy bible from genesis to revelation. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. They were dressed in white and had crowns of gold on their heads. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Revelation 4, new international version niv the bible app. The book of revelation was likely written between a. Obbie beal on revelation 4 verse 11 thou art worthy, o lord, to receive glory and honour and power. So, this is how the 11th hour got its fame for being the last moment to. It occupies a central place in christian eschatology. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. It held ones attention throughout, leaving the viewer wondering what heshe would have done if something similar had occurred to him or her personally, thus, thought provoking.
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