Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Then i saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a scroll with writing on both sides and sealed with seven seals. On such a typical scroll, the book of revelation would fill a scroll 15 feet 4. Revelation 5 the scroll and the lamb revelationlogic. This effort, hosted by ken wade, is full of powerful content that links the passages of the book of revelation to earlier biblical prophetic promises. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. Revelation chapter 5 in the bible king james version.
Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 5. 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. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. In the following paragraph chapters 6 to 11 the seven seals of the book are opened by the lamb. Revelation 5 concludes the introduction to the seal period. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 5 the. Revelation 6 niv the seals i watched as the lamb bible. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 5 the worthy.
Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. 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. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Revelation, chapter 5 united states conference of catholic bishops. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1.
Chapter 5 witness the greatest real estate transaction in history. Chapter 4 set a scene around the throne of god, where there were twentyfour elders and four animallike beings revelation 4. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. How did satan gain control of the world and how did jesus get it back. And i saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, who is worthy to open the. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version.
When the book of revelation was written, the vast majority of sealed documents were official document or wiils, or treaties. Revelation chapter 5 explained discover revelation. Introduction the seal introduction, which began in chapter 4, now continues and concludes here in chapter 5. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. Chapter 5 home audio studies the book of revelation the book of revelation. From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. 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. Revelation 5 niv the scroll and the lamb then i saw in bible.
Chapter 5 begins by describing a scroll in the right hand of god. So when we go back to revelation chapter 5 and look at verses two and three. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. Revelation 5 kjv and i saw in the right hand of him that. Revelation chapter 5 explained book of revelation each. Chapter 5 nd 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.
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. Witness the greatest real estate transaction in history. Apr 15, 2018 revelation is a book of prophecy that helps us understand what the end shall look like and also gives us an understanding of what we need to do today. Unveiling christ in history gods kingdom ministries. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. The breaking of the seals would reveal the message inside each part of the scroll. And i wept much, because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book, neither to look thereon. It had writing on both sides and was sealed with seven. Revelation chapter 5 bible study bible study ministry. Revelation is a book of prophecy that helps us understand what the end shall look like and also gives us an understanding of what we need to do today. The purpose of the seal was to show that the important message had not been read before it reached the intended receiver.
Revelation 5, new international version niv the bible app. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. The bible became a closed book, and did not begin to reopen until gutenbergs use of the printing press in 1452 a. 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. Neither are the two final chapters historical, but form the conclusion. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. 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. This is part one of a series of teachings on the book of revelation. Visions of blessings from god for heaven and earth. Revelation 5 niv bible then i saw in the right hand of. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. This scroll is sealed seven times over, and written on both sides. I 1 saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a 2 book written inside and. The judgments that take place and the seals that are open in revelation 6.
John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. This chapter contains the inaugural vision of the lamb on the throne in heaven. Under the mosaic law, land cannot be taken from gods people permanently. Revelation 5 is the fifth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Whereas revelation chapter 4 is about god and his creation, revelation chapter 5 moves on to talk. The first five chapters of the book of revelation are not primarily historical, but introductory.
This began to bring the scriptures back to the common people. Here michael pearl gives a brief 5 minute overview of the revelation of jesus christ. 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. Revelation, chapter 5 king james version christian answers. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. Then seven blows of trumpets start two series of terrible plagues and judgments. Book of revelation chapter 5 bible prophecy revealed. In ancient israel, under the law when land was sold, the losses were written down in a scroll and then it was sealed. Revelation 5, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Aug 08, 20 pastor steven anderson the book of revelation. A scroll representing the great promise that the kingdom of god would come to earth is handed to christ. John continues on from the previous chapter, and are thus still in the throne room of god. Book of revelation chapter 5 the way, the truth and the life series, and its prophetic meaning within the book of revelation chapter 5, is shared with you below. Revelation 5 kjv and i saw in the right hand of him that bible.
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