Dec 14, 2016 the holy bible book 66 revelation kjv dramatized audio duration. There are three in the loops that we find in the bible. Many major entities and symbols in the book of revelation are introduced earlier in the bible. The book of revelation nowhere specifically identifies who the twentyfour elders are. Physically attend at least 80% of all classes unless given special permission by the teacher for an absence 4. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author. The phrase after this meta tauta in ancient greek in revelation 1. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. After this i looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven. The first four seals describe four tasks assigned to the holy spirit. In fact, the opening passage contains a blessing to everyone who reads, hears, and keeps the words of this prophecy. Revelation 4 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Thunder, lightening and voices proceeded from the throne.
Revelation 4, new american standard bible nasb the. There are several other instances in the bible where the door of heaven was opened. Revelation 1, new international version niv the bible app. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The ancients viewed heaven as a solid vault, entered by way of actual doors. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Apr 16, 2011 twenty four crowned elders surround the throne, each on a throne of their own. These eight verses speak volumes with very few words.
These four horsemen of the apocalypse appear to symbolically portray four disastrous occurrences that will take place before the second coming of jesus christ. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, and they were covered with eyes, in front and in back. Revelation uses many signs, or symbols, that are not to be understood literally. May 21, 2019 these four horsemen of the apocalypse appear to symbolically portray four disastrous occurrences that will take place before the second coming of jesus christ. Nothing in the text warrants us in particularizing the four living creatures in these four invitations uttered by them, though many. Universal creation is represented by the four living creatures rev 4. Revelation 4 revelation 4 new international version niv the throne in. In response to their praise, the twentyfour elders fall in worship, casting their crowns down before god revelation 4. Jehovah the true god in the heavens and creator of all things. Revelation chapter 4 explained discover revelation. The throne also has a sea of glass, like crystal, before it. 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.
The four horsemen of revelation are also the first four seals, of which there are a total of seven. Mounce noted a belief that the living creatures may have been associated with the four principal signs of the zodiac, 7 but other scholars have. John was told not to write what the seven thunders said. Revelation 4, new king james version nkjv the bible app. The four horsemen of the apocalypse appear in the book of revelation, where they are named as a punishment. This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would happen long after it was written. The first one is found in chapter seven when you come to church. After this i looked, and there before me was a door standing open in heaven.
Around the throne were four creatures, full of eyes at the front and back. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus. John wrote revelation while a prisoner on the island of patmos, approximately 8595 a. A vision of god, as on his glorious throne, around which were twenty four elders and four living creatures. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 4. The book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. Mar 19, 2019 the book of revelation is by far one of the most challenging books in the bible, yet well worth the effort to study and comprehend. And the voice i had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, come up here, and i will show you what must take place after this. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Revelation 4 niv bible after this i looked, and there. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk.
Did the bible predict the global pandemic of corona virus,and if it does which book of the bible is it from. Many bible students believe that four is the number of the world. The four horsemen are figures in christian faith, appearing in the new testaments final book, revelation, an apocalypse written by john of patmos, as well as in the old testaments prophetic book of zechariah, and in the book of ezekiel, where they are named as punishments from god revelation 6 tells of a book scroll in gods right hand that is sealed with seven seals. Read through the book of the revelatuion twice by the end of the semester 2. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. However, they are most likely representative of the. Along with the twentyfour elders, they praise god unceasingly in humble adoration rev 4.
Seven lamps burnt before it, which are the seven spirits of god. Four horsemen of the apocalypse meaning in revelation. In this chapter the prophetical scene opens and, as the epistolary part opened with a vision of christ revelation 1. Your score results are displayed on the page immediately. There are four groups of sevens in the book of revelation. Revelation 4, new american standard bible nasb the bible app. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow.
John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. And the first voice which i had heard, like the sound of a war trumpet speaking with me, said, come up here, and i will show you what must take place after these things. The thunder is the usual accompaniment of a special revelation of the divine will, and indicative of the majesty of him whose will is declared see revelation 10. Seven youre gonna youre gonna notice that there is there is an inner loop there okay and then the next one we gonna find is this one in chapter 10 and the next one is gonna be found in chapter 16 of the book of revelation okay. Bible scholars have sensationally claimed the end of the world could be upon us as they believe the four horsemen, who bring about death, war, famine and disease before the return of jesus christ in the holy book, have all been released. Revelation, chapter 4 united states conference of catholic bishops. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. What is the verse about casting our crowns before the feet of jesus.
From here to the conclusion, revelation takes a prophetic form. Chapter 5 the four horsemen bible prophecy and truth. Revelation 5 niv bible then i saw in the right hand of. Revelation 6 niv the seals i watched as the lamb bible. To him who sits on the throne and to the lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever.
Write a running verse by verse commentary of a chapter of your choice of the book of revelation should be at least 3 pages 3. Revelation 4 kjv after this i looked, and, behold, a bible gateway. Chapter 4 begins the things to come section of revelation. Revelation 4 new international version niv the throne in heaven. Certainly this is a marking point for beginning the. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. The transition to the fourth chapter of the book of revelation. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Revelation king james bible, new testament audio book duration.
The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The four living creatures that john of patmos sees in the book of revelation, is the authors reworking of the living creatures in the visions of ezekiel ezekiel 1. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, and they were covered with. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. The star was given the key to the shaft of the abyss. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Revelation 4, a explained dramatic video from bible niv version. The literary genres of the book of revelation are an apocalypse, a prophecy, and an epistle or letter. Revelation 4 niv the throne in heaven bible gateway. They were dressed in white and had crowns of gold on their heads. Revelation 4, new international version niv the bible app. Word of faith christian center ct book of revelations. Seven seals, seven trumpets, seven vials and seven thunders.
Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. The book of revelation nowhere specifically identifies who the twenty four elders are. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Revelation, chapter 4 king james version christian. See how much you learned about the sixth chapter of revelation by taking this interactive quiz. Its purpose is to give encouragement and hope for all.
What does the bible mean when it refers to the four winds. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. The sun and sky were darkened by the smoke from the abyss. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Revelation 4 niv the throne in heaven after this i bible gateway. Revelation 4 bible commentary matthew henry concise. And there were seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven spirits of god. Throughout chapter 4 the throne holds the centre of attention. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. What are the prayers of the saints in revelation 5. Revelation 4 explained dramatic movie chapter 4 gideon.
Revelation chapter 4 explained book of revelation each. The revelation is the only book in the nt mentioning john as author. The seven trumpets are discussed in the next chapter. We might say that it is the signature of the world, or the universal aspect. Four horsemen are active, bible scholars claim book of.
The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. Book of revelation chapter 6 the four horsemen of the. What is the sea of glass mentioned in revelation 4. The discipleapostle john, who followed jesus christ and witnessed his crucifixion, authored it. Revelation 4 is the fourth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. As jesus breaks each of the first four seals, he gives a command to the holy spirit and the holy spirit invites john to come and see the action. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. 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. Lets look at the characteristics of each horsemen and how they all play an important role in the end times from the bible book of revelation.