Book of revelation lds commentary

Without the book of revelation, the new testament ends similar to how the old testament and the book of mormon ends. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. This commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book through the lens of the lds doctrine and mormon experience. This fact notwithstanding, the prophet joseph once said. The book of revelation is rich in symbolism, so much so, that most christians find it difficult to understand.

Doughty southside christian church august 2015 introduction. No, the book of mormon does not say explicitly, the apostle john wrote the book of revelation. Now is the perfect time to look for greater insights into the book of mormon and have an awesome tool to store all your insights for instant retrieval later. If understanding the book of revelation takes a micro approach by scrutinizing. 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 is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for use by scholars, students, pastors, and laypeople. Dec 26, 2019 instead of using sword, the 20 lds edition of the book of mormon has word of the justice of the eternal god emphasis added. As i read this book i was struck by the care and research dr. Discussions on the new testament acts to revelation. 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 chapterbychapter, morris provides his readers with numerous sidelights on the text not found. Panel discussion of the revelation of john the apostle. Understanding images and symbols in the book of revelation. 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. Study the sermons of joseph smith relative to the book of revelation.

Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. The vision of the blowing of the seven trumpets of revelation 811 should be understood against the background of the old testament. 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. Fortunately, it also tells of its restoration and describes its mission in the last days. The visions of john the revelator, deseret book, 1991, p. Frederick is indebted to the scholarship of craig r. Panel discussion of the revelation of john the apostle youtube. In other words, the blowing of the seven trumpets is an important series of interventions by god on behalf of his people. A panel discussion on the book of revelation at the second annual conference of the byu new testament commentary project held on may 14, 2014, at brigham young university in provo, utah. The things to be shown are things which most quickly come to pass. For further explanation of jesus christs worthiness, see the commentaries for john. While even today the book remains difficult to interpret, we in the church do have a. The revelation of jesus christ this is evidently a title or caption of the whole book, and is designed to comprise the substance of the whole.

An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. The commentary highlights the apostles witness that jesus is the lamb of god alive and active in these last daysdirecting earthly affairs and preparing his saints and the faithful so that the fathers intentions will ultimately be accomplished. Latterday saints are often accused of adding scripture, when the book of revelation so obviously reviles against that possibility. Seeing the book of revelation as a book of revelation, ensign, dec. In the book of revelation corrections, for instance, the angels of the various earthly churches become the servants presiding officers of those units. No doubt they will be members of the council of the twelve or of the first presidency of the church. It shows the active involvement of the lord in the ongoing progress and, unfortunately, regress of his church and its people. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.

The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction 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. 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. Parry is the most comprehensive lds treatment of the book of revelation. The book of revelation encourages followers of jesus christ to remain faithful in the midst of persecution and. As already noted, the prophet preached rather extensively about this book, giving inspired commentary and interpretation as led by the spirit. The message of revelation is the same as that of all scripture. 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. In our study of the book of revelation, we must start out with the clear understanding that. In 2020 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints is using the book of mormon for its course of study. Obviously, joseph, through the spirit, had caught the secret of the book, and he loved it. Start to finish is a comprehensive, questionandanswer commentary that draws from thousands of the very best insights on the scriptures, including those from general authorities, church magazines and manuals, respected scholarly commentaries, scripture reference books, and other publications. So, the book of mormon, brought forth through the prophet joseph smith, teaches us that we were meant to have johns description of the events leading up to 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. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5.

The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The revelation of john the apostle byu new testament commentary. I dont understand how the book of revelation relates to the gospel as taught by jesus in the new testament. Book of revelation lds gospel discussion thirdhour. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. All scholarship pointing elsewhere must be discounted to preserve the book of mormon. 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. The revelation of jesus christ revelation of jesus christ. Also known as the apocalypse, a greek word meaning revealed or uncovered. Koester, author of the anchor bible commentary on the book of revelation, as well as the shorter and cheaperso everyone should buy it book revelation. We believe it is inappropriate to base the interpretation of symbols within the book of revelation upon pagan, nonjewish cultural practices. However, the critical text project has revealed that oliver cowdery mistook the sw in sword for a w when he made a copy known as the printers manuscript from the original manuscript. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god.

Christians outside the mormon church often quote the following scriptures to condemn lds doctrine and open scripture. Understanding the book of revelation church of jesus christ. Resources for this book have been largely the scriptures and the homilythe writings of our church brethren in this dispensation and the writings of our church scholars. Revelation 1 to 11 glory, and power, be unto the lamb. Revelation the dragon, two beasts, and the mark lds. A message to the latterday saints from the book of revelation by richard d. The revelation of john the apostle byu new testament. Seeing the book of revelation as a book of revelation. The bible dictionary of the lds edition of the king james bible places the fall. This commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book aided by the lens of lds doctrine and mormon experience. Chapter 14 compare isaiah 4 1 and in that day the time of war and destruction referred to in chapter. New testament resources for latterday saints lds living.

Most important, the commentary emphasizes the primary focus of johns work, the revelation of jesus christ revelation 1. A scientific and devotional commentary on the book of revelation. Oct 10, 2017 4 places latterday saints have made the news recently danielle christensen the church of jesus christ of latterday saints has been receiving some positive attention lately for how its members are handling the coivd19 pandemic, whether that entails food storage, sharing the gospel, or looking out for ones neighbor. Listen to this report filed by john in the seventh chapter of revelation. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. Key to understanding commentaries on revelations is knowing the position of the commentator. The 144,000 in the book of revelation david jeremiah blog. The book of revelation is one of the plainest books god ever caused to be written tpjs, 290. For those parts which are prophetic, it will be much easier to see meaning after the events have transpired. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in johns book.

He presented ideas that was worth considering from his study. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Uncovering the book of revelation widtsoe foundation. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. Understanding the book of revelation is a timely book as we approach the twentyfirst century.

A commentary on the book of revelation i had never heard of this commentary by j. Joseph smith said, the book of revelation is one of the plainest books god. This commentary is based upon my personal notes, reflections and study of the book of revelation. Aug 03, 2014 a panel discussion on the book of revelation at the second annual conference of the byu new testament commentary project held on may 14, 2014, at brigham young university in provo, utah. A message to the latterday saints from the book of revelation.

Finally, a new heaven and a new earth are brought forth. Book of revelation mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. But the implication is effectively inescapable and so folks at byu are moreorless bound by that. 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.

During a lifetime of study and research into the revelation of st. Uncovering the book of revelation with richard draper duration. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. And the word of the original, which can only be rendered in english by come to pass, shows that it is not a beginning that is thought of but a full. Lds scripture study aids books that help you understand. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw.

Revelation 810 the seven trumpets and the little book. The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. A commentary on the book of revelation pastor galen l. This very powerful and dynamic teachingtool on the book of revelation shines a light on the symbolism and the mysteries of god revealed to mankind in this great book. Volumes of commentary have been written around it in order to increase our understanding. Posts about book of revelation written by tim malone. Growing up in the lds church, i did not hear the term rapture used much, if at all. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. 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. It is the only biblical book that is wholly composed of apocalyptic literature. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Draper, why is the book of revelation called the apocalypse. Yet the book of revelation need not remain closed, at least for latterday saints.

Hence its title in english, the book of revelation or the uncovering or unveiling. Providing versebyverse and often phrasebyphrase commentary, this volume helps clarify johns message. He came to understand that evil would be allowed to rule. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. He enjoys teaching courses on the book of mormon and the new testament, particularly the writings of paul and the book of revelation. Will the 2 witnesses killed in jerusalem be apostles from. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. We will eat our own bread, and wear our own apparel that is, contrary to the lords order of marriage, we will pay our own waysee exo.

Rhodes, hardcover or ebook, 918 pages this commentary presents a comprehensive analysis of johns book through the lens of the lds doctrine and mormon experience. Last week, for the first time that i can recall in the five years since i had resigned my membership in the lds church, a good brother of the ward stopped me on my way to the car after church and said, i just wanted to tell you how much i admire you. Four and twenty elders sitting in revelation 4, john saw a vision of god the father sitting on his heavenly throne, with 24 elders surrounding the throne. The word rendered revelation apokalupsiswhence we have. Draper, byu new testament commentary the book of revelation is the story of christs work through the end of time. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. Draper, for whom was the book of revelation written and why. The only way of peace is through the prince of peace. Eerdmans publishing company, 1989, 9495 3 trench, commentary on the epistles to the seven churches in asia, 125. 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 testament commentary series.

The lamb with seven horns and seven eyes becomes a lamb with 12 eyes and 12 horns, thus perfecting the symbolism to identify christ and his apostles. Revelation latterday commentary last days signs of the. Hemer, the letters to the seven churches of asia in their local setting grand rapids, mi. After these things i looked, and behold, a great multitude which no one could number, of all nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues, standing before the throne and before the lamb, clothed with white robes, with palm branches in their hands revelation 7. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. 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. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Here are just a few places that have highlighted latterday saints.

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. Studying the bible and book of mormon together helps us. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 4 a commentary on the book of the revelation based on a study of twentythree psychic discourses by edgar cayce contents pages the lords prayer and the seven centers diagram 6. The book of revelation takes an approach to the plan of salvation that is found nowhere else in all of our inspired writings. Mounce, the book of revelation, the new international commentary on the new testament grand rapids, mi. Lynne hilton wilson, revelation 111, come follow me. Oftentimes we can read the blowingcontinue reading. The beast rising out of the sea with seven heads, ten horns, and ten crowns, revelation. For those parts which are prophetic, it will be much easier to. Williams, p 115 and the number of the beast, tyndale bulletin 58, no. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god.