It is similar to the book of daniel, which god told daniel was sealed until the time of the end. Chapter 10 provides an intermission after the description of the events of sixth trumpet the second woe to give us more details about what is happening during the. The book of revelation was given as a mysterious, closed and sealed book. These 144,000 witnesses are selected from the twelve tribes of israel. Parts of the old testament, particularly in the book of daniel, are also written in the apocalyptic genre. Three angels broadcasting network 3abn 3,690,604 views 58. The book of revelation explained by pastor allen nolan is a teaching series on how to unravel the mysteries of the book of the. Context of the sixth seal revelation 6, verse 12 r 06 f. But if god wanted to hide this knowledge completely, he never would have revealed it in the first place. The book of revelation king james version audiobook by. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. In the book of revelation, the seven seals of god are the seven symbolic seals greek. 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.
Revelation 7 kjv and after these things i saw four bible gateway. The seven trumpets are the contents of the seventh seal judgment, in that the seventh seal summons the angels who sound the trumpets revelation 8. John the divine is an example of apocalyptic writing a form that delivers a message using symbols, images and numbers. Why is the tribe of dan not in revelation 7s 144,000. The sealed book is the book of divorcement sent to the jewish nation from god. Following the seal judgments are the trumpet judgments and the bowl or. Christs prophecy in matthew 24 goes on to explain these next two seals. Heaven will come down to earth, and the power of sin will finally be overcome. The opening of the seals of the document occurs in revelation chapters 58 and marks the second coming of the christ and the beginning of the apocalypse.
The other important function of the sealing in revelation is to identify those who are gods. Remember, daniels book is a counterpart detailing much that will happen prior to revelation, and his book was sealed till the time of the end. Revelation 7 king james version books of the bible. Have sealed the servants of our god on their foreheads secured the servants of god of the twelve tribes from the impending calamities. The sealed are those who are truly the people of god. In the first verse of the book, the apostle john recorded christs words, the revelation of jesus christto show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. Revelation 7, king james version kjv the bible app. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Tribulation often misunderstood, 6th seal of revelation. Daniel sealed up, john unsealed we see in the book of revelation god clearly instructing the write, apostle john, to seal not the book. Dec 08, 2017 the book of revelation read by alexander scourby. And the bible says they are also separated to godthat means they have a special calling from the lord.
This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 5. The seven sealed book and the lion who was also a lamb. He has given proof of this to all men by raising him from the dead. The seven seals are one of a series of endtimes judgments from god. 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. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. The time is nigh wherein they shall begin to take place.
The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Revelation 7 144,000 sealed after this i saw four bible. The sealing represents authentication and ownership. The setting for the release of the four horsemen begins in revelation 4, which describes gods throne room in heaven with all its splendor and attendant beings. Certain words and phrases used in revelation had a clearer meaning to ancient readers familiar with objects of. Daniel, the book of daniel, is the key that unlocks the book of revelation.
And no man in heaven, nor in earth, neither under the earth, was able to open the book, neither to look thereon. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is worthy to open the book, and to loose the seals thereof. Seal not the sayings of this book conceal them not, like the things that are sealed up. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. 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. They are sealed on their foreheads and they are servants of the living god. In johns vision, the seven seals hold closed a scroll in heaven, and, as each seal is broken, a new judgment is unleashed on the earth. Revelation chapter 5 explained book of revelation each.
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. The importance of what is taking place in this scene is evident by the. The book of revelation and the book of daniel have a relationship one that of a padlock and a key. Some of them any resemblance to scripture is purely coincidental.
The 144,000 in the book of revelation david jeremiah blog. Revelations mark of the beast exposed 22 revelations ancient discoveries duration. The songs we know and have heard about heaven are legion. Summary of the book this is not a comprehensive outline of the book. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. The book of revelation also called the revelation of john or the revelation of st. When the work is finished he will put on his kingly garments and return to earth to claim his people. This will be contrasted later in revelation where we will read. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. Book of revelation was written to address this need. And the vision of all is become unto you as the words of a book that is sealed, which men deliver to one that is learned, saying, read this, i pray. The book of revelation written in the end time throws more light to the book of daniel, the book of daniel being the key to unlock the book of revelation. Here, then, is the meaning of the first seal in revelation, the first horseman of the.
Apr 16, 2017 revelations mark of the beast exposed 22 revelations ancient discoveries duration. Certain words and phrases used in revelation had a clearer meaning to ancient readers. Upon the lamb opening a seal from the book, a judgment is released or an apocalyptic event occurs. And they sung a new song upon a new occasion and subject, redemption by the blood of the lamb, and his worthiness to open the sealed book. When a roll was finished, it was fastened with strings and the strings were sealed with wax at the knots. Apr 05, 2018 judgment day will begin for people who are alive at the time the fourth seal is opened. The next thing catching the attention of john was the sevensealed scroll held in the right hand of the throne sitter. The last book of the bible portrays gods total redemption. He called out in a loud voice to the four angels who had.
It is similar to the book of daniel, which god told daniel was sealed until the time of the end but if god wanted to hide this knowledge completely, he never would have revealed it in the first place. The sealed bookrevelation 5 pastor bill randles blog. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The little book and the seven thunders revelation chapter. The rainbow around the throne shows the beauty to be found in holiness. The book contains the prophecy of events to be unfolded in the rest of the book of revelation. The author endeavors to encourage the persecuted saints of his own day and, by application, the church throughout the ages.
A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. Judgment day will begin for people who are alive at the time the fourth seal is opened. On such a typical scroll, the book of revelation would fill a scroll 15 feet 4. Revelation 7 new international version niv 144,000 sealed. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and. Proof of rapture simple but concrete proof of pretribulation the seals and revelation revealing revelations true timeline introduction the correct interpretation of the seals is important because it straightens out revelations timeline so nothing is contradicted, either within the book or with other books of the bible. This very powerful and dynamic teachingtool on the book of revelation shines a light on the symbolism and the mysteries of god. Revelation makes it clear that the material world will be restored completely, and gods people will live in a new world based on love, justice, and peace. And he called out in a loud voice to the four angels who had been given power to harm the land and the sea. As chapter 5 opens, a scroll with writing on both front and back and sealed with seven seals is introduced, shown in. T he book of revelation was given as a mysterious, closed and sealed book.
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