It also reveals that god will protect israel in the wilderness. Due to the widespread false theories regarding this, we have included here a special study of it. After john is shown an expanded explanation of the judgment of babylon he is now about to see the coronation and marriage of the lamb of god in heaven 1 and after these things i heard a great voice of much people in heaven, saying, alleluia. Clicking on that will take you to the next section or chapter. Revelation chapter 20 kjv king james version 1 and i saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand 2 and he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the devil, and satan, and bound him a thousand years. Revelation chapter 20 is one of the most controversial chapters in the bible, not because it contains anything essentially complex, but because it touches on a subject of preconceived bias. One of these events, shown in chapter 14, is a celebration which occurs very near the end of the tribulation. If this recapitulation is true then it shows how john is influenced by the single endtime battle motif of ezekiel 3839 and also psalm 2. Mother nature has taken a beating in the revelation. Revelation 20 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. This is the only book in the bible that promises a blessing to those who read it, and those who listen to it being read. Salvation, and glory, and honour, and power, unto the lord our god. Nine times out of ten, when people ask, how do you interpret the book of revelation.
A good topic thats worth addressing, as there are many ways revelation bible prophecy is interpreted. It is not to be wondered at, therefore, for the reason stated in the notes on revelation 16. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Commentaries for revelation chapter 20 the imprisonment of the dragon, or satan. He laid hold of the dragon, that serpent of old, who is the devil and satan, and bound him for b a thousand years. And the wine press was trodden without the city, and blood came out of the wine press. The details of the enemy force and its destruction are given by ezekiel in the. Imagine what it would have been like, to live at the end of the first century.
Such an event is nearly always portrayed in the description of the last judgment in the apocalypse and in the new testament generally cf. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 20. Revelation, chapter 20 king james version christian. You hate the practices of the nicolaitans, which i also hate. Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built. And i saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them. Books of the bible explained scripture by scripture. The thousandyear interval is used in two connections in this passage. Satans release at the end of the thousand years results in a rebellion. Revelation beast, false prophet, 42 months, 666 explained. Associated with one, or both, of these beasts is the number 666 verse 18. God will judge and avenge the death of his people, which is detailed by john in the remaining chapters of the revelation.
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. All the wicked who have ever lived are now resurrected in the resurrection of damnation, and satan is loosed out of his prison. Revelation 20 satan, sin and death are finally eliminated a. After john is shown an expanded explanation of the judgment of babylon he is now about to see the coronation and marriage of the lamb of god in heaven. Now is the time when satan will be taken, bound and put into the bottomless pit abyss, where his influence will not have any effect on the tribulation saints who have lived through the seven years of tribulation. That means digging deeply into any passage to find a harmonious picture. Revelation chapter 20 verse by verse bible commentary. These in depth versebyverse studies harmonize the holy bible from genesis to revelation. As the chapter opens, all the sinners of all the ages, both demons and men, including satan, the beast and false prophet, are in the lake of fire forever.
Commentaries for revelation chapter 19 the rejoicing of heaven and earth. Revelation 21 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Today we are going to take a study in the book of revelation chapter 20 to continue our knowledge and understanding of the revelation of jesus christ through prophecy. The interpretation of this chapter is largely determined by the view already.
Revelation 20, new king james version nkjv the bible app. These are often linked to the entities beast and false prophet entities mentioned in revelation 16. Of the loosing of satan, and the conflict of the church with gog and magog, revelation 20. Emotionally there is no greater commentary on this passage than the famous hallelujah chorus from handels messiah, yet the only word this piece has in common with the passage is hallelujah, the ancient hebrew expression for praise the lord see, for example, ps 104. Between chapters 11 and 16, revelation pauses its in order description of the end times to introduce certain figures and highlight certain events. They came to life and reigned with christ a thousand years. Revelation 20 bible commentary matthew henry concise. The early church read the entire book of revelation every time they met. You can open your bible to revelation chapter 20 to find the most of what the bible says about the thousandyear reign of christ. The book of revelation in more detail people get ready. Grant osborne, in, notes that verses 46 in chapter 20 emphasize the.
This commentary has been through advanced checking. Text and comments in parallel columns are provided as an alternate to reading through the details. That includes the book of revelation as all writing in the bible was inspired by the holy spirit of. The tendency of many interpreters at this point is.
The book of revelation chapter 12 the woman and the. Revelation chapter 20 david guziks commentaries on. Revelation 1120 focuses on gods wrath in fulfillment of his promise to the fifth seal martyrs cry for justice against the living earthdwellers. Of the binding of satan for a thousand years, revelation 20.
Revelation 20, new international version niv the bible app. Sep 18, 2015 kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. The chapter thus describes, not a millennium of the saints, but the overthrow of satan. Before we go into the first chapter and verse of revelation chapter 1, i would like to acquaint you with the penman, john the apostle. During this time, those who were saved during the tribulation are brought back to life. 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. Revelation chapter 20 is one of the most controversial chapters in the bible, not. May 29, 2009 opening of the 7th seal and the start of the 7 trumpet judgements in which the first 4 judgments upon the earth commense as described by the apostle john in the bible at revelation chapter 8. Revelation made simple and easy to understand this last book of the bible bears the title revelation, meaning, unveiling, yet, it presents visions of. Commentary on revelation 20 the millennium tough questions. Beast from the sea beast a number of details are presented in the revelation text which assist the reader in identifying this beast. This is a sad commentary on mans limitless ability to reject god and follow his own stubborn pride.
Chapter 19 the final showdown the real armageddon prophecy. The millennial kingdom revelation chapter 20 commentary. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. 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 greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. In his presence, earth and sky vanished, leaving no trace. Revelation chapter 20 in the bible king james version. Revelation, chapter 1, introduction bible explained. An introduction, then verse selection for chapter 1 verse selection below in my own study of the prophecies, i strive for interpretations consistent with the context and with the rest of the inspired word. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. All the major themes of scripture find their end and culmination in this book. To access this browsing option, link from any of the 22 chapter.
The thousand years mentioned six times in revelation 20. The reign of the saints with christ for the same time, revelation 20. The devil was then thrown into the great abyss where he was to remain locked and sealed away. After this aborted battle, satan is then judged and tormented forever together with the beast and the false prophet, who were cast into the lake of fire at the beginning of the thousand years revelation 19. The book of revelation is the endtime book of acts given to us in advance so that we may walk in a unified prayer focus by knowing the sequences of the seals and trumpets. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr.
Revelation 20 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this. With the chain, the angel bound the devil and kept him captive for 1,000 years. Revelation 20 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. The earthly jesus himself said that he was not sent, but unto the lost sheep of the house of israel. Aug 10, 2017 note i didnt say think outside the bible, i believe the best commentary on the bible is the bible itself. Chapter of the book of revelation has long hidden its teaching, but it is time it was made clearer. These 7 angels had the 7 bowls that contained the 7 last awful troubles from god. In revelation chapter 20, john saw an angel come down to earth from heaven. One very important detail is to notice that the conquest of satan and his. Thank the lord that he so loved us and provided his son jesus christ to pay the penalty for our sin. If you do not repent, i will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place. The final chapter in gods plan of redemption is played out in graphic detail, until the lord jesus, the supreme ruler of heaven and earth, bursts through the clouds, accompanied by the armies of heaven with king of kings and lord of lords, written on his robe and on his thigh. The thousand year reign of christ and the saints revelation 20. 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.
David guzik commentary on revelation 20, where the saints rain for a thousand. This chapter is thought by some to be the darkest part of all this prophecy. Come explore the works of temple scholar frank shallieu. Revelation 20 commentary william barclays daily study bible. The church the body of christ is nowhere in this chapter. Verse 3 and cast him into the abyss and shut it, and sealed it over him, that he should deceive the nations no more, until the thousand years should be finished. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5. It wraps up the revelation of god and brings man into the glorious eternal state. The only biblical solution is to recognize the explanation of the apostle paul. When a chapter or section is finished, you will see at the bottom of the page over the links, go to the next section.
New international version 1 and i saw an angel coming down out of heaven, having the key to the abyss and holding in his hand a great. Revelation 11 20 focuses on gods wrath in fulfillment of his promise to the fifth seal martyrs cry for justice against the living earthdwellers. Cast into the lake of fire they will be tormented day and night forever and ever. There is no reason to believe that this chapter has to occur after the events shown in chapter 19 although it could. Never is scripture when year is used with a number is its meaning not literal. And shall go out to deceive the nations which are in the four quarters of the earth, gog and magog, to gather them together to battle. I believe that god himself is the author of the bible. Now is the time when satan will be taken, bound and put into the bottomless pit abyss, where his influence will not have any effect on the tribulation. Thus, to tamper with revelation is in essence to tamper with the whole. We appreciate any suggestions for improving this commentary. Revelation chapter 20 explained discover revelation. A blessing is pronounced upon those who read, hear, and keep those things written in the book of revelation. Then i saw an angel coming down from heaven, having the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand.
Christ might of course be conceived to execute his sovereignty from heaven, but, though revelation 20. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 15. And when the thousand years are expired, satan shall be loosed out of his prison, verse 8. Revelation is the last of the 66 books that make up the bible and its just like the. But, even apart from this, in the light of all relevant tradition and of the context, the earth must be the sphere of the millennium.
Then i saw another sign in heaven, great and marvelous. Revelation 2, new international version niv the bible app. Revelation presents descriptions of two beasts, a beast from the sea verse 1 a beast from the land verse 11. Revelation is a record of the acts of the spirit through the endtime apostles and prophets. The destruction of the world is complete no place is found for them.
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