Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. This book is a scroll that represents the eternal inheritance that is awaiting the saints of god, while the 7 seals represent the events that must take. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. This is part one of a series of teachings on the book of revelation. Revelation 5 niv the scroll and the lamb then i saw in bible. Chapter 5 nd i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals. And i saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a scroll written inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation.
A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 5 the worthy. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Revelation 5 niv bible then i saw in the right hand of. Under the mosaic law, land cannot be taken from gods people permanently. In the following paragraph chapters 6 to 11 the seven seals of the book are opened by the lamb. Book of revelation chapter 5 bible prophecy revealed. The breaking of the seals would reveal the message inside each part of the scroll. The book is a scroll with seven messages, each of which has been sealed with the authority of god. Revelation 5 kjv and i saw in the right hand of him that bible.
Revelation, chapter 5 united states conference of catholic bishops. Revelation 5 the scroll and the lamb revelationlogic. Book of revelation chapter 5 the way, the truth and the life series, and its prophetic meaning within the book of revelation chapter 5, is shared with you below. In ancient israel, under the law when land was sold, the losses were written down in a scroll and then it was sealed. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 5 the. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is worthy to open the. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. A scroll representing the great promise that the kingdom of god would come to earth is handed to christ. 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. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
How did satan gain control of the world and how did jesus get it back. Apr 15, 2018 revelation is a book of prophecy that helps us understand what the end shall look like and also gives us an understanding of what we need to do today. This effort, hosted by ken wade, is full of powerful content that links the passages of the book of revelation to earlier biblical prophetic promises. Christ by taking the book from the hand of god does what no other being in the universe can do. It had writing on both sides and was sealed with seven. Revelation 5 is the fifth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. In this chapter, john describes a scene of drama and praise in heaven. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
The first five chapters of the book of revelation are not primarily historical, but introductory. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. Chapter 5 witness the greatest real estate transaction in history. And i wept much, because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book, neither to look thereon. Revelation is a book of prophecy that helps us understand what the end shall look like and also gives us an understanding of what we need to do today. Unveiling christ in history gods kingdom ministries. This began to bring the scriptures back to the common people. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. The judgments that take place and the seals that are open in revelation 6. Chapter 4 set a scene around the throne of god, where there were twentyfour elders and four animallike beings revelation 4. To start with we see god as creator and ruler, the lord jesus as the slain lamb and the believers gathered round the throne in heaven chapter 4 and 5. Introduction the seal introduction, which began in chapter 4, now continues and concludes here in chapter 5.
This scroll is sealed seven times over, and written on both sides. Revelation chapter 5 continues the vision of chapter 4. Revelation, chapter 5 king james version christian answers. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals. And i saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a scroll written inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals a.
As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. The purpose of the seal was to show that the important message had not been read before it reached the intended receiver. Visions of blessings from god for heaven and earth. On such a typical scroll, the book of revelation would fill a scroll 15 feet 4. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. A book sealed with seven seals is seen in this continuing heavenly vision which began in chapter 4 in the right hand of him that sat on the throne 5. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. Here michael pearl gives a brief 5 minute overview of the revelation of jesus christ. And i saw a mighty angel proclaiming in a loud voice, who is worthy to break the seals and open the scroll. Revelation 5, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The worthy lamb prepares to open the seven seals 1 and i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals. Aug 08, 20 pastor steven anderson the book of revelation. Then seven blows of trumpets start two series of terrible plagues and judgments.
This does not mean that they have no historical foundation, or that the scenes pictured are unreal, but rather that they are visionary. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. Revelation 5 kjv and i saw in the right hand of him that. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 5. Revelation chapter 5 bible study bible study ministry. When the book of revelation was written, the vast majority of sealed documents were official document or wiils, or treaties. Then i saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a scroll with writing on both sides and sealed with seven seals.
John continues on from the previous chapter, and are thus still in the throne room of god. This chapter contains the inaugural vision of the lamb on the throne in heaven. Revelation 6 niv the seals i watched as the lamb bible. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. The bible became a closed book, and did not begin to reopen until gutenbergs use of the printing press in 1452 a. I 1 saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a 2 book written inside and. Revelation 5 concludes the introduction to the seal period.
A book sealed with seven seals is seen in this continuing heavenly vision which began in chapter 4 in the right hand of him that sat on the throne. Revelation chapter 5 explained discover revelation. Chapter 5 home audio studies the book of revelation the book of revelation. We will have more to say about this when we study the little book that is opened in revelation 10. Witness the greatest real estate transaction in history. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. Revelation chapter 5 in the bible king james version. Revelation chapter 5 explained book of revelation each. So when we go back to revelation chapter 5 and look at verses two and three.
If we say it is the book which unfolds the principles of gods governmentin a wide sense, the book of salvation comp. Revelation 5, new international version niv the bible app. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Chapter 5 begins by describing a scroll in the right hand of god. I 1 saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a 2 book written inside and on the back, 3 sealed up with seven seals. Neither are the two final chapters historical, but form the conclusion. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. Whereas revelation chapter 4 is about god and his creation, revelation chapter 5 moves on to talk. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5.
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