In chapter 5, john the author of this book saw a vision of one who sat on the throne, holding a scroll sealed with seven seals 5. For the absence of scorching as a trait of the hellenic utopia, cf. Verse click for chapter new international version never again will they hunger. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. Revelation 7 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Blueletterbible if you havent read my other posts on the book of revelation you can head them here. May 03, 2017 you are about to embark on a journey through the final book of the bible, the book of revelation. If corresponds here to the sense of the isaianic equivalent, the reference is to the scorching sirocco. The first vial is poured out on the earth, the second on the sea, the third on the rivers and fountains. Chapter 15 is an introduction to these last seven and final plagues on mankind. Notes from adam were edited into this post in november 2009, and again in august 2011, and are in red. 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. Read this bible chapter online, click here to read.
Revelation chapter 15 begins the preparation for the last seven vials. The number of mounted troops was two hundred million. Why do daniel and revelation give varying counts of 1,260, 1,290, and 1,335 days for the tribulation. We might say that revelation 16 is a great chapter. Free reading plans and devotionals related to revelation 7. The way to liberate our souls from the bonds that tie us to earth is to strengthen the cords that kind us to heaven. Thus the book of revelation has been given to his servants from god the father through his son, jesus, and revealed to john for our encouragement and edification. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. This verse is very similar in context to matthew 24. The book of revelation is filled with symbolism, and the description in revelation 19. As strange as the judgments appear, these are actual events that happen. Revelation commentary chapter 16 seven last plagues poured out.
The book of revelation chapter 16 the wrath of god. Chapter 7 is an interlude between the sixth seal 6. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. Who are the two witnesses in the book of revelation. God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory. Revelation 7, new international version niv the bible app. Revelation 7 the 144,000 and the great multitude a. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book rev. John now describes the vial judgments that come from father god on a world that is worshiping satan as god. Revelation 16 is the sixteenth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. If this is a description of god, it can only refer to jesus christ who was manifest in the flesh, etc. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come.
If corresponds here to the sense of the isaianic equivalent, the. John also sees in the sixth seal the restoration of the gospel, the sealing of the 144,000, and the hosts of the exalted from all nations. Revelation chapter 16 explained book of revelation each. In the same passage, jesus eyes are said to be like blazing fire verse 12, his robe is soaked in blood verse, and theres a sword coming out of his mouth verse 15. All the angels stood around the throne and the elders and the four living creatures, and fell on their faces before the throne and worshiped god. Welcome to this series on the book of revelation where ill be breaking down each chapter, verse by verse, to help you understand gods word, and to prepare you for the times that are written. As strange as the judgments appear, these are actual events that happen on the earth just prior to the return of jesus to set up th. You are about to embark on a journey through the final book of the bible, the book of revelation. What are the seven seals and seven trumpets in the book of revelation. Most writers consider the theme of the book to be revelation 1.
The star was given the key to the shaft of the abyss. Chapter 6 closes with the sixth seal and the seventh is not opened until chapter 8. For the lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd. In the following paragraph chapters 6 to 11 the seven seals of the book are opened by the lamb. Revelation chapter 15 explained book of revelation each. His name in hebrew is abaddon, and in greek it is apollyon. The sun will not beat down on them,nor any scorching heat.
Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the flood. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. These seals would be made of wax or clay, attached in such a way as to prevent the document from. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more. The wrath of god began with the seven seals in chapter 6, and will be finished with the last seven vials. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 16. You might want to fasten your seatbelt because this journey is going to literally rock your world. Revelation 7 is the seventh chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible.
The book of revelation of jesus christ scripturally expounded. He called out in a loud voice to the four angels who had been given. Revelation 7 niv bible after this i saw four angels. It clearly shows that there are two groups of people who have to go through the period known as the great tribulation or jacobs trouble jer. Revelation 7 new king james version nkjv the sealed of israel 7 after these things i saw four angels standing at the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, on the sea, or on any tree. After these things i saw four angels standing at the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, on the sea, or on any tree. Sep 22, 2016 welcome to this series on the book of revelation where ill be breaking down each chapter, verse by verse, to help you understand gods word, and to prepare you for the times that are written. Then seven blows of trumpets start two series of terrible plagues and judgments.
They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more, neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. Jan 02, 2020 the book of revelation is filled with symbolism, and the description in revelation 19. We cannot too often turn our thoughts heavenward, for this is one of the great cures for worldliness. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 7. Revelation chapter 16 describe the final seven vials of the wrath of god, representing the climax of gods punishment of sinners during the tribulation period. The sun and sky were darkened by the smoke from the abyss. Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter. Revelation 7 nkjv the sealed of israel after these.
The lamb, the elder says, will be their shepherd, and god will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Chapter 7 before you begin reading my breakdown of revelation 7, please read the chapter in its entirety first. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. Throughout history god has poured out his wrath in judgment on early sinners.
Chapter summary revelation 7 occurs after the opening of the. You might want to fasten your seatbelt because this. Revelation 7, king james version kjv the bible app. This passage has been describing four imprisoned angelsdemonsreleased to kill one third of the remaining human population. The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat.
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