The book is actually a scroll with seven messages, each separated by a seal that has to be broken. And the answer comes back, the lion of the tribe of judah hath prevailed. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Included in this publication are the portions of text written by ellen white. This chapter is a continuation of the vision of chapter four. View revelation 5 in the note window book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. The great new element that comes to light in this portion of the vision is that of the. In the foregoing chapter the prophetical scene was opened, in the sight and hearing of the apostle, and he had a sight of god the creator and ruler of the world, and the great king of the church. May 12, 2009 revelation chapter 5, part 1 the sealed book in the previous chapter we were taken to heaven where we saw a throne and one sitting upon it. Revelation 5 5then i saw in the right hand of the one seated on the throne a scroll written on the inside and.
For more on john the apostle, see the introduction in the life application bible commentary on the gospel of john. It is the new song, not only of redemption, but the worthiness of the slain lamb to take the book. Revelation chapter 5 king james version kjv alexander. The church plays a prominent role in the first three chapters, mentioned over 18 times. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. When considering the apocalyptic judgments, we must remember that god is the judge psalm 75. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. 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. John weeps greatly because no one in heaven or earth is worthy to open the sealed scroll of the title deed to the earth.
Without any doubt whatever, this chapter is a continuation of the throne of god scene in revelation 4. Readers dont have to guess or research where revelation was written. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Opening the first six seal judgments 1 and i saw when the lamb opened one of the seals, and i heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, come and see. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow.
Revelation s mark of the beast exposed 22 revelations ancient discoveries duration. This scourby bible reading video is being aired with permission of the owner litchfield associates, all rights are reserved. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read. The book is a scroll with seven messages, each of which has been sealed with the authority of god. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation.
Revelation chapter 5 coffmans commentary of the new. The bible portrays jesus as both a ferocious lion and a gentle lambtraits that we should strive to emulate. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple for. David guzik commentary on revelation 5, which describes the song of elders, the cherubim, and countless angels, praising the worthy one. The obedient believer will be given a place of authority in the millennial kingdom revelation 12. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. 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. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Revelation 5 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the lamb, having every one of them. Revelation chapter 5 explained book of revelation each. Only the lamb is found worthy to open the book of judgment verse 1 1 and i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book with writing inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals commentary. Revelation 5 commentary walter scotts commentary on revelation. But the book beheld by the seer contains in full the revelation of gods purpose and counsel concerning the world.
Some have considered this angel to be gabriel, but it is never directly said by john if this is the case. Revelation chapter 5 continues the vision of chapter 4. Commentaries for revelation chapter 5 the sevensealed scroll and the lamb. He saw god on the throne of glory and government, surrounded with his. The apostle john, at this juncture in his experience in the spirit, was permitted to share in the perplexity, dreadful uncertainty, and helplessness that encompassed the heavenly host in their contemplation of the seemingly impossible solution of human redemption. He saw god on the throne of glory and government, surrounded with his holy ones, and receiving their adorations. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. He is best known for his evangelical commentary series, which includes revelation. That it is connected with the lamb should not be taken lightly. May 24, 20 this chapter begins a new phase in the book of revelation. This is a summary of the fifth chapter of revelation, the most important verse, and what i think god is wanting us to do. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Chapter six the first six seals revelation commentary. I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance.
It had writing on both sides and was sealed with seven seals. The same throne, the same living creatures, the same angels, the same 24 elders, the same solemn worship, and the same person upon the throne are present here that were seen in revelation 4. There is a story about a mother who noticed that her sixyearold son was deeply engrossed in trying to draw and color an elaborate picture. God help each one of us to have every sin confessed and forgiven so our names will remain in the book. Genesis to revelation is a chapter by chapter summary of the entire bible. This chapter begins a new phase in the book of revelation. This post is a direct continuation of the previous post, on revelation chapter four. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. Newell then devoted his time to an international teaching ministry. The lord jesus christs second coming is all about his judgment of the earth. It is meant to be understood by his people, with a blessing promised to those who read, hear and keep the things revealed in these prophecies. Verse 3 and no one in the heaven, or on the earth, or under the earth, was able to open the book, or to look thereon.
And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of. Revelation for kids the book of revelation made simple. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. Brought to you by filmmaker paul wittenberger, director and producer of after the tribulation, this sermon will cut through the disinformation and false doctrine and expose solid biblical truth.
This is the first explicit usage of the term wrath in the book of revelation. Revelation chapter 5, part 1 the sealed book in the previous chapter we were taken to heaven where we saw a throne and one sitting upon it. Apr 21, 20 this post is a direct continuation of the previous post, on revelation chapter four. 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. We saw that around this throne there were twentyfour other thrones with twentyfour elders seated upon them. For introductory comments on the general nature of revelation and how to understand it, please see that post. Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. The word worthy axios is used seven times in the book of revelation and its literal translation is of sufficient weight. This commentary has been through advanced checking.
I know that you cannot tolerate wicked people, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. The phrase hath prevailed is the same word as the overcometh addressed to each of the seven churches. As john saw that no man was worthy to open the book, he began to cry heavily.
The assemblies of asia revelation chapter 2 commentary. The breaking of the seals would reveal the message inside each part of the scroll. This book is part of a 9volume set that includes seven volumes of the sda bible commentary, the sda bible dictionary and a special supplement to the commentary, volume 7a which contains pertinent ellen g. Revelation 5 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 5. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Geneva study bible 5 and one of the elders saith unto me, weep not. Revelation 5 5then i saw in the right hand of the one seated on. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 5 the. In cities such as chicago, buffalo, new york, and toronto, newel taught four bible classes a day to groups of more than one thousand attendees. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. This part contains first a history of the way god prepared john to understand this.
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. To the church in ephesus to the angel of the church in ephesus write. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The book of revelation is the unveiling of jesus christ. Revelation chapter 5 bible study bible study ministry. Revelation chapter 5 summary and what god wants from us. By the end of this, you will have a clear understanding of chapter 5 of the book of revelation. For quick access to the commentary on a chapter of the revelation, click on its link below. 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. And now to complete the seals we have to turn to the 8th chapter of revelation, so we will have to go forward and skip the seventh chapter to return later. Christ by taking the book from the hand of god does what no other being in the universe can do. It is pictured in the right hand of god, denoting power and authority. It is interesting to note that the author took the time to indicate in which. The divine origin, the design, and the importance of this book.
The first dvd, the great unveiling covers chapter one of the book of revelation. Pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario oregon teaches through the bible from the book of revelation. 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. 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. These summaries will help you to understand the bible and quickly grasp an overview of the salient points of each chapter. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 5.
Three angels broadcasting network 3abn 3,626,287 views 58. Many of the signs and visions of the book of revelation came to john through the supervision of an angel revelation 5. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 2. Chapter 1 chapter 2 chapter 3 chapter 4 chapter 5 chapter 6 chapter 7 chapter 8 chapter 9 chapter 10 chapter 11 chapter 12 chapter chapter 14 chapter 15 chapter 16 chapter 17 chapter 18 chapter 19 chapter 20 chapter 21 chapter 22.
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