Occasional studies of isolated elements have usually made no serious attempt to. When the work is finished he will put on his kingly garments and return to earth to claim his people. Christ by taking the book from the hand of god does what no other being in the universe can do. Without any doubt whatever, this chapter is a continuation of the throne of god scene in revelation 4. And we do not yet understand many things that god has said. 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. 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 chapter 5 explained discover revelation. Revelation 5 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely. In the right hand of the one god sitting on the throne i saw a scroll a roll of paper that had writing on the inside and on the outside.
The seals might be made of wax 2 i saw a mighty angel ask with a loud voice, who is worthy morally and spiritually qualified to open the scroll and. It is interesting to note that the author took the time to indicate in which. The sermon on the mount matthew 5 through 7 has been long hailed as the sum of jesus or anyones ethical teaching. 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. The phrase after this meta tauta in ancient greek in revelation 1. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The four horsemen are figures in christian faith, appearing in the new testaments final book. The insights tom has gained from memorizing the entire book of revelation and the great contributions they offer to bible students. For introductory comments on the general nature of revelation and how to understand it, please see that post.
Three angels broadcasting network 3abn recommended for you 58. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. John continues on from the previous chapter, and are thus still in the throne room of god. Spirit in revelation and to loose sight of that is to miss the meaning of this book. The heavenly court scene of revelation 45 digital commons. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. Revelation chapter 5 coffmans commentary of the new. This is the main title for christ in revelation, used twentyeight times. A reservoir of means god spoke, and his words created his works in the natural world. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title.
Then immediately she fell down at his feet and breathed her last. And the answer comes back, the lion of the tribe of judah hath prevailed. Commentaries for revelation chapter 5 the sevensealed scroll and the lamb. There are other earthquakes mentioned in the book of revelation as wellthis is the first of five. Is at last opened by the lion of the tribe of judah, 48. 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 seven sealed book and the lion who was also a lamb. Matthew chapter 5 david guziks commentaries on the. Revelation chapter 5 discussion king james version. His plan for the end times is in the scroll revelation 1. Revelation chapter 5 continues the vision of chapter 4. Revelation 5 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. The transition to the fourth chapter of the book of revelation. Revelation chapter 5 matthew henry complete commentary.
He receives the praises of the four living creatures and. 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. This chapter describes commencement of a series of events which will take place at the throne. Extensive verse by verse explanation, illumination and clarification of this prophetic book seen though the lens of middle east culture and the ancient near east. In the sermon on the mount, jesus tells us how to live. These variations almost suggest a two or three stage composition for aunes commentary. The seven eyes just means that he possesses all wisdom and understanding. 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. The breaking of the seals would reveal the message inside each part of the scroll. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 5 the. John introduced the throne of god in heaven in revelation 4. 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. David guzik commentary on revelation 5, which describes the song of elders, the cherubim, and countless angels, praising the worthy one.
Revelation 5 commentary john gills exposition on the. The book is actually a scroll with seven messages, each separated by a seal that has to be broken. It is the new song, not only of redemption, but the worthiness of the slain lamb to take the book. The book sealed with seven seals, which no being in heaven or earth could open. The sales of bibles and endtimes books and commentaries shot up overnight. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 5. 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. The book is described by the place where it was, in the right hand of god. Study revelation 5 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full.
Worshipping the king submitted by william haller on 3 june 2007 7. This book of the revelation tells what is in that scroll. I 1 saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a 2 book written inside and on the back. Revelation 5 5then i saw in the right hand of the one seated on. We saw that around this throne there were twentyfour other thrones with twentyfour elders seated upon them. Bible commentary seventhday adventistegw vol 18 pdf.
A commentary of the book of revelation the revelation of jesus christ 20 by cooper p. The phrase hath prevailed is the same word as the overcometh addressed to each of the seven churches. 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. However, the case for multiple source for revelation does not, so far as i can see, hold up. The book contains the prophecy of events to be unfolded in the rest of the book of revelation. With even a casual perusal of christian bookstores, the religious sections of. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The appearance of the lion in revelation 5 shows the triumphant arrival of jesus in.
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. 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. Gods creation is but a reservoir of means made ready for him to employ instantly to do his pleasure letter 1, 1897. He saw god on the throne of glory and government, surrounded with his. Some of it remains secret, for example what the thunders said. And the young men came in and found her dead, and carrying her out, buried her by her husband. Revelation chapter 5 explained book of revelation each. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within.
Returning the book of revelation to its historical context st. Revelation 5 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. 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. This commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. This post is a direct continuation of the previous post, on revelation chapter four. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat upon the throne a scroll that had. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. 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.
Without any doubt whatever, this chapter is a continuation of the throne of god. Revelation 5 commentary chuck smith bible commentary. So great fear came upon all the church and upon all who heard these things. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. Zondervan publishing house and galaxie software, 1999, 2002, 720.
Wallace, greek grammar beyond the basics exegetical syntax of the new testament grand rapids, mi. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is worthy to open the. In chapter five the scene is still in heaven and continues the vision of the throne, only now the focus is on a new item of vital importance, the sevensealed book actually, a scroll, the greek biblion and its recipient. Revelation 5 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The rainbow around the throne shows the beauty to be found in holiness.