Co commentary on the book of revelation chapter 6

In chapter six, we begin to see the opening of the seven seals of the book. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction 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. Then i saw is a very important linking phrase used thirtythree times throughout the book of revelation. It has become almost a commonplace to view chapter 7 as an interlude or parenthesis in the progressive opening of the seals for example, wall 1991. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. They were given power over a fourth of the earth to kill by sword, famine and plague, and by the wild beasts of the. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Complete bible commentary on the book of revelation chapter 6 with king james bible text. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 6. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Just click the link to the commentary of a chapter that you want to read. Later on, in chapter 19, christ is depicted riding a white horse. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow.

Revelation 6 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary. The first four seals of the scroll bring four horsemen. Revelation 6 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The person of jesus christ christ in glory, chapter 1 a. Revelation 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary provides notes on all 66 books of the bible, and contain more than 7,000 pages of material. You may kindly select the desired chapter to proceed with the bible study. Our teaching video on revelation chapter 6 covers the main theme of jesus revelation of the first six seals.

Revelation 6 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. David guzik commentary on revelation 6, where the first six seals of the scroll, which describes the history and destiny of mankind, are opened. The seven seals repeat the same history as the seven churches, but with a different emphasis. A postmillennial commentary on the book of revelation, for. There can, however, be no doubt that at least the sixth seal is future, and is to be at the. The first few chapters of revelation present a certain level of symbolism. Revelation 6 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Revelation 6 new international version niv the seals. Revelation 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely. In revelation the horse is an animal associated with war. This revelation commentary takes the point of view that most of the book is a literal prophecy of things to come. Knowing that, every seal of the book had to be opened. It can introduce a new vision or a major segment of a. As one reads further on in this book jesus already has and wears many crowns on his head rev 19.

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. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Koenig is a unique free verse by verse futurist premillenial common sense commentary on revelation the apocalypse. Revelation 6 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title. Revelation chapter in the bible king james version. A commentary of the book of revelation bible truth. By the grace of god, we are not guessing on the revelations of these seals, as god has. The seals 1 and i saw when the lamb opened one of the seals, and i heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, come and see. Revelation 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Matthew henry commentary on revelation 6 blue letter bible. Verses 1810 are a strong warning against any who would tamper with the contexts of this book rev, either textually or in its moral and theological teaching cf. Mar 30, 2012 the opening of the seals revelation 6 introduction in chapter five the lord jesus christ is given the title deed to creation.

Revelation 6, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Have you ever tried to read the book of revelation. The lessons are organized into subjects of one week study per lesson for an overview of the course please refer to the course outline all references for the course are found in the course bibliography for questions about this study please contact us. The lord jesus christs second coming is all about his. Among the four horseman, this is an unusual departure. First, we believe that the book of revelation must mean something. Its still early in the end times scenario but already things are getting rough. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 6.

Revelation chapter 6 coffmans commentary of the new. We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. In these verses, we see the first four seals located on the sevensealed scroll broken and their contents revealed to us. However, their question is partially answered in revelation chapter 7 with the sealing of 144,000 jews. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 6 opening the.

Chapter 7s description of those sealed by god most likely includes this group. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages and prophecies of the past, and links it all into the events to unfold in the near future. The opening of the seals revelation 6 introduction in chapter five the lord jesus christ is given the title deed to creation. But what applies here, surely applies to the whole of scripture because the book of revelation is the last book of the bible. Revelation 6 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. The purpose of each of these seals is to take action to remove those who are illegally. Revelation chapter 6 sermon by jason callihan, revelation 6. In this chapter six of the seven seals are opened, and the visions attending them are related. The revelation of jesus christ through the ages, by donald a.

Revelation 6 is the sixth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Verses 3, 4 and when he opened the second seal, i heard the second living creature saying, come. Opening the first six seal judgments 1 and i saw when the lamb opened one of the seals, and i heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, come and see. Charles in a critical and exegetical commentary on the revelation of st.

Jan 08, 2015 6 th seal cataclysmic changes on earth and in heaven taking of truthundoing works of unrighteousness 1217 summary of each division of chapter. Chapter 6 marks something of a change, as the imagery will become more and more elaborate. Revelation chapter 6 verse by verse bible commentary. The book of the divine counsels being thus lodged in the hand of christ, he loses no time, but immediately enters upon the work of opening the seals. Introduction to the revelation of the day of yahovah the l ord chapter 2. This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. These martyrs praise and acknowledge god, while begging him to avenge their deaths.

Home commentaries coffman commentaries revelation chapter 6. Lectures on the book of revelation grand rapids, mi. And i saw when the lamb opened one of the seals, and i heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, come and see. The book of the divine counsels being thus lodged in the hand of christ, he loses no time, but immediately enters upon the work of opening the seals and publishing the contents. Hinds, a commentary on the book of revelation nashville. With that background in mind, lets turn our attention to chapter 6. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version. One of the four beasts probably that with the face of a lion. Futurist premillennial revelation commentary, by don koenig. Your score results are displayed on the page immediately.

Dec 22, 2017 our teaching video on revelation chapter 6 covers the main theme of jesus revelation of the first six seals. The period of time john will be observing in revelation is also spoken of in the prophecies of daniel and by jesus in the olivet discourse mat chapters 2425. Some years ago, a young man named vernon howell, a. In this chapter six of the seven seals are opened, and the visions attending them are related the first seal in revelation 6. Revelation 6 the seals i watched as the lamb bible gateway.

Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The lamb will now open the seven seals from the scroll one at a time and john will tell us what he sees. And i saw, and behold a white horse, and he that sat on him had a bow this colour, and the bow shooting arrows afar off, betoken victory, triumph, prosperity, enlargement of empire, and dominion over many people. Letters to the assemblies at ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, and thyatira. Book of revelation chapter 6 receive the revelation be prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 6 opening the first six seal judgments. Although it appears to be a weapon, as suggested by the commentary, 5 no arrow is depicted. Study revelation 6 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation. Introduction and commentary, garden city, new york. In chapters 811 we will see how the seven trumpets cover the same basic timeline but with its own distinctive focus the first four seals are widely known as the four horsemen of the apocalypse. Once again, this book could only be unsealed by one person. Revelation 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. Revelation 6 bible commentary on the book of revelation hear the bible come alive in song.

Revelation chapter 6 sermons and lessons from revelation. Commentaries for revelation chapter 6 the seven seals. This rider does not wear a crown, but rather a crown was given to him. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it. A lot of people start reading the bible and skip to the end to find out what happens. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. There is a passage more like this in sense in the same book, xlvii. Bible commentary on the book of revelation by brian pepper. The first four judgments are symbolized by the famous four horsemen of the apocalypse and before theyre finished 14th of the world will be adversely affected.

The book of revelation was written, not so that we could learn some interesting things, but to help those in the tribulation. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james version revelation is the final book in the holy bible. Jan 01, 2008 book of revelation chapter 6 receive the revelation be prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. After describing the black horse and its rider, john hears a voice in the midst of the four living creatures saying, a quart of wheat for a denarius, and three quarts of barley for a denarius. Apr 11, 2020 see how much you learned about the sixth chapter of revelation by taking this interactive quiz. The versebyverse commentary on each chapter of revelation is on a separate page of this website. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. Its rider was named death, and hades was following close behind him. Because he owns all of creation he, and he alone, decides who can populate his possession. This reliance on symbolism must be kept in mind when reading and interpreting johns vision.