University of aberdeen, scotland, president emeritus of whitworth university, is the author of a number of wellknown new testament commentaries including the volume on revelation in the nicnt, romans in the nac and john in the newly revised ebc. The historicist school views the whole book of revelation as outlining in sym bolic form the entire course of history of the church from pentecost to the advent of christ. The book of revelation the new international commentary on the new testament mounce, robert h. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be. The book of revelation the new international commentary on the new testament.
David hubbard, former president of fuller theological seminary, referred to him as one of our generations most able expositors. A 144000 israel jewish evangelists during the tribulation as described by the apostle john in the bible at revelation chapter 14. For an adequate understanding of revelation, the reader must recognize that it is a distinct kind of literature. Mounce was widely praised as a standard commentary on the apocalypse. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
In the face of apparently insuperable evil, either from within or from without, all christians are called to trust in jesus promise, behold, i am with you always, until the end of the age mt 28. David hubbard, former president of fuller theological seminary, refers to him as one of our generations most able expositors. He finds this blending of johns present and future consistent with. The pattern of imperceptible transition from type to antitype was already established by the olivet discourse, in which the fall of jerusalem becomes in its complete fulfillment the end of the age. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. He finds this blending of johns present and future consistent with the nature of prophecy in the new testament. The revelation of jesus christ was given to john by god to show his servants what must soon take place. This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounces original entry on the book of revelation and reflects more than twenty additional years of mature thought and the latest in scholarship. Adela yarbro collins, pbs frontline according to the dictionary of the bible revelation. Second, the scenes of this vision communicate to christians more readily if their imagery is grounded in the actual. Octavo, hardcover, near fine in lightly edgeworn yellow glossy dj. Essex assistant professor of bible exposition the relevance of the book of revelation to the issue of the timing of the rapture is unquestioned. In this new edition, now based on the text of the niv and nestlealand, mounce has revised and expanded his work to reflect more than twenty additional years of mature thought on revelation and to bring his work up to date with the. There are a total of 66 books in our bible, but there is only one book that promises some kind of a special blessing for those who will attempt to try and read it and keep the words, revelation, and knowledge that is contained in it and that one book is the very last book of the bible, the book of revelation.
With that, jesus christ sent an angel to present this revelation to john 1. These features give features of widely divergent theological stances room to move effectively within the commentary. Fortunately, an eschatological reality is the responsibility of god, the father of jesus christ. 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. It had ten horns and seven heads, with ten crowns on its horns, and on each head a blasphemous name. Sacramental theology in the book of revelation charles a. Bigger issue s claim the attention of mo st writers on the book. In his mysterious revelation through john, even with the wisdom of the holy spirit today, deut. I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil. The book of revelation the book of revelation, a free online course this free online course reveals how you can discover the true meaning of the revelation or apoclaypse of st. In this new edition, now based on the text of the niv and nestlealand, mounce has revised and expanded his work to reflect more than twenty additional years of mature thought on revelation and to bring his work up to date with the latest scholarship. The book of revelation the new international commentary on. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. The beast i saw resembled a leopard, but had feet like those of.
The author of many articles and books, including a popular commentary on. John, which is a crytic and mystical scripture at the very end of the christian bible. Later in the book of revelation a voice comes from heaven telling john to write about the persecution of gods holy people 14. The book of revelation the new international commentary. The dreaded four horsemen of the apocalypse you dont have to be a student of religion to recognize references from the book of revelation. Assumptions common to many who participate in discussing the i ssue incl ude the authorshi p of t he book by john the ap ostle, the date. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. About the new international commentary on the new testament faithful criticism characterizes volumes in the new international commentary on the new testament nicnt, and is widely recognized by pastors, students, and scholars alike for its attention to the text of scripture, its currency. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. Mounces treatment of revelation is now available in a revised edition dated 2008. An interlude in which the mystery of god is revealed and a special little book held by a strong angel as described by the apostle john in the bible at revelation chapter 10. Mounce reads revelation as reflecting his own culture, but understands that the predictions of johnwill find their final and complete fulfillment in the last days of history 45, first ed. Carson praises his commentary as a learned and wellwritten work that not only explains the text satisfactorily in most instances but also introduces the student to the best of the secondary literature while saying that mounces special strength is in his appropriate and balanced use of both.
Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book. Among evangelical autho rs who do discuss the raptures relations hip to revelation, widespread agreement prevails among many on three assumptions concerning introductory and inter pretive issues. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Embracing the book of revelation with hope and faith. In this revised edition of the classic 1977 work the book of revelation nicnt, based on thenestlealand greek new testament, mounce has expands his work to reflect more than twenty additional years of working with revelation, its text, and the scholarship that surrounds it.
This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounce s original ent. Revelation niv bible the dragon stood on the shore of. However, he is fair to other positions, and his particular eschatological perspective does not unduly influence his commentary on specific passages. The book of revelation has come to be read as prophesying the events of the end of history. How to approach the study of the book of revelation, part 1 how to approach the study of the book of revelation, part 2. 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. In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression.
For further information and visuals of the throne of god, angels, cherubim, four living creatures, new jerusalem, tabernacle, temple, jesus christ and the book of revelation see other chapter downloads. Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Resources by robert mounce olive tree bible software. By the time the writings that are now included in the new testament were assembled in their present form, three letters and one gospel were also attributed to john. John records the prophetic vision, in written text, and is instructed to send the document to the seven churches of asia. First, he makes it clear that he believes that john is simply the observer and recorder of the visions he receives. Indie rock, indie pop, postpunk revival, new wave, electronic. Personally, i prefer the book of revelation by gregory beale in the new international greek testament commentary series to this commentary even though i disagree with beales perspective on a few points. The first verse of revelation states that this book is a revelation from jesus christ which originated from god. The author of many articles and books, including a popular commentary on revelation titled what are we waiting for. Angelology in the book of revelation christopher l. This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounces original ent.
The revelation of jesus christ is communicated by an angel to a man named john when he was on the island of patmos. The book of revelation often called the revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words, the apocalypse, the revelation, or simply revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. The book of revelation had its origin in a time of crisis, but it remains valid and meaningful for christians of all time. Mounce s work covers revelation from a conservative eclectic view and is great as a first commentary on revelation. The book of revelation is traditionally said to be written by john. Nov 19, 2012 this is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st.
The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Yet he also carefully steers a middle course between wooden literalism and undomesticated subjectivism. The book of revelation, often called the book of revelations, revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation, or simply revelation, the revelation from 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. This is a readable commentary that is accessible to the layperson.
This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. Revelation niv bible the dragon stood on the shore. The revelation of john is the one book in the new testament that claims john as its author. The common view is that the book of revelation is a description of the events leading up to the second coming. This contribution to the new international commentary on the new testament is a revision of robert mounce s original entry on the book of revelation and reflects more than twenty. The revelation of jesus christ the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show to his bondservants, the things which must soon take place. The book of revelation in an age of cultural conflict. Additionally, because of the books place as the capstone of bible prophecy, and indeed of all scripture,2 ones interpretation of the rest of scripture and ones accompanying presuppositions especially regarding the millennium play a pivotal role in determining ones interpretation of the revelation. Now viewing scripture range from the book of revelation chapter 1. These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks. The book is primarily about the coming of the kingdom, explaining how this relates to the judgments of god, the collapse of human government and the calling of the jews.
The book of revelation is the strangest book in the bible. The bible today this new edition of the commentary retains the virtues of the first. Intro to revelation biblica the international bible. So this book is a revelation of jesus christ, not in the sense that matthew, mark, luke and john revealed him, but rather than the humiliated christ, we have. Sacramental theology in the book of revelation 151 two aspects of the baptismal rite are not completely new with the administration of baptism among early christians, but both reflect rites from israels past. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st.
The first verse in the book of revelation does not say exactly who that particular john is, but it is naturally assumed to be john the apostle since it was the apostles that were given the authority by god to write scripture. Mounce is president emeritus of whitworth college, spokane, washington, and a noted new testament greek scholar. New international commentary on the new testament nicnt. The nicnt commentary on revelation is by robert mounce, who is a historic premillennialist. Umg, the orchard music on behalf of frenchkiss records. The last book in the bible has fascinated readers for centuries. The angel gives a man named john the book of revelation. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in unfamiliar and extravagant symbolism, which at best appears unusual to the modern reader. Oct, 2011 from the album portamento universal music 2011. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of jesus christ, which god. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. Mounces work covers revelation from a conservative eclectic view and is great as a first commentary on revelation. Dec 28, 2018 blessed are those who read and study from the book of revelation. Mounce when first published, this volume on revelation by robert h.
The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. When first published, this volume on revelation by robert h. Mounce is a scholar and his commentary on revelation is worth reading if you want to get all viewpoints on a difficult to interpret book. The holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio. For further information and visuals of the throne of god, angels, cherubim, four living creatures, new jerusalem, tabernacle, temple, jesus christ, song of moses, song of. The new international commentary on the new testament. I found his scholarship to be evenhanded this is a very good commentary but it just seems to hit the highlights in certain parts of the book but is very indepth in other parts. The book of the revelation pastor david legge 4 reign of righteousness. Mounce is president emeritus of whitworth university and is the author of a number of wellknown biblical commentaries including the volume on revelation in the nicnt.
A general resurrection, a general judgment and a new age. Join facebook to connect with robert mounce and others you may know. About the new international commentary on the new testament faithful criticism characterizes volumes in the new international commentary on the new testament nicnt, and is widely recognized by pastors, students, and scholars alike for its attention to. The book of revelation was likely written between a.