We can know the book of revelation speaks with clarity about the end times because of two central principles drawn from revelation 1. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john, 2 who faithfully reported everything he saw. The woman in the wilderness 1 and there appeared a great wonder in heaven. 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. Revelation chapter 12 contains a description of a woman, who is clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and a crown of twelve stars atop her head.
This book plunges you into a confusing array of dragons and trumpets and vials and seals, with many amazing sights and sounds and visions. Jun 26, 20 revelation 12 14 are explanatory prophecies that describe some of the major personages and movements of the second half of the tribulation period. Chapter 12 gives us a brief but allimportant summary of the whole course of events, viewed, not in their instruments on earth or the judgment of these, but the divine view of all the principles at work, the state of things as revealed of god. This battle is seen throughout chapter 12 through 15, with chapter 16 through 19 dealing with the judgments of god upon those working against his church. This can lead the reader to expect this pattern to continue. This is to corre spond with the chapters in the revelation. The dragon pictured here has 7 heads and 10 horns, the details of these heads and horns are explained in revelation. The war in heaven between michael and the dragon, revelation 12. Revelation 12, king james version kjv the bible app. Revelation 12 chapter study is one of rich understanding if were able to pull it all in. Revelation 12 commentary two great signs and their. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a wonderful book in which we find the completion of gods ways up to eternal glory.
Woe to the earth and the sea this is the fourth and last denunciation of the third woe, the most grievous of all. The little book and the seven thunders revelation chapter. The book of revelation is a vision from jesus christ, given to him by god the father. Return from chapter 12 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the. Revelation 12 bible commentary john darbys synopsis. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Then another sign appeared in heaven is the second of three great signs that provide the structure of revelation 1219. While the fact of giving birth to christ would seem to qualify the woman of revelation 12 to be identified with mary, there is nothing else in the chapter that would correlate with her, and, as we have observed, there is a tendency in revelation to use women as figures for some corporate entities rather than for individual persons. In order to understand this chapter, we now need to understand the symbols. Revelation 12 bible commentary matthew henry concise. This information is about israel and her messiah and satans attempt to stop the kingdom of god from being set up on the earth.
Hiebert a popular commentary on revelation that takes a premillennial and posttribulational view of eschatology. The dragon, full of wrath at his defeat, persecutes the woman, revelation 12. Then the woman fled into the wilderness, where she has a place prepared by god, that they should feed her there one thousand two hundred and sixty days. Study revelation 12 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The book of revelation explained volume 4 preface you will notice that the book of revelation explained, volume 4, begins with chapter 12, not chapter 1, and ends at the conclusion of chapter 14.
Moreover, it never stands alone, and in its 16 occurrences in the new testament it is always associated with the word for. Revelation 12 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this versebyverse commentary contain gems of information found nowhere outside the ancient jewish writings hi. In revelation chapter 12 god throws satan out of heaven. The woman signified to john as being with child and in labor and pain to give birth was an image of mary, our lords earthly mother vs. Bible a commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12. Revelation 12 is one of these overviews, providing a history stretching from the time before humans existed until the time just before christs return as king of kings and lord of lords.
The book of revelation explained in under 5 minutes duration. First, we believe that the book of revelation must mean something. Many things happen in this chapter that most christians are simply not aware of and it is vital for all of us to gain quality understanding on this. They proclaimed the events that are yet to unfold from the blowing of the 7th trumpet to the end of the tribulation. Dec 29, 2016 book of revelation chapter 12, revelation chapter 12 commentary, revelation chapter 12 summary, revelation chapter 12, what is revelations chapter 12 about, revelation chapter 12 bible study. Revelation 12 and revelation provide many details to what was voiced by the 24 elders in revelation 11. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise.
The woman in revelation 12 is part of the fusion imagerypolyvalent symbolism that is found in the book. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. Revelation 12 in this post, three views will be presented. Revelation 12, new king james version nkjv the bible app. As an episode was introduced between the sixth and seventh seals, so there is one here revelation 10. Satan versus the believers in yahushua through antimessiah and the false prophet. Even in revelation 12 which largely addresses heavenly events in a symbolic fashion, there is still a literal, visible fulfillment to this vision.
Brought to you by filmmaker paul wittenberger, director and producer of after the tribulation, this sermon will cut through the disinformation and false doctrine and expose solid biblical truth. Although revelation 11 verse 15 records the sounding of the seventh trumpet, the effects it produces are. Revelation 12 commentary john gills exposition on the. 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 12 explained discover revelation. I went into the study as a trinitarian, but left the study out of obvious necessity as a believer in the one true god. And i saw the dead, small and great of every age and condition, rank and degree. Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter rwd 2019 12 19t20.
It existed before the birth of christ revelation 12. A the preterist view, which holds that these events were fulfilled in the first century b the futurist view, which says that these events are yet to. Many of the events described in revelation 611 seem to be chronological in order. Home commentaries coffman commentaries revelation chapter 12. Beginning with the woman who represents israel and her child who is christ, the messiah. The events described occur over a wide variety of eras, including past, present, and future. Return from chapter 10 to the versebyverse commentary on revelation page. It might even be wise for a student to begin with chapter. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Note the similarity between this description and the description that joseph gave of his father jacob israel and his mother and their children genesis 37. The fall of satan, the rise of the antichrist, the rejoicing of the church in heaven, the persecution of israel, and the escape of jewish christians. Who are the woman, child and dragon in revelation 12. Read and study revelation 12 with the versebyverse bible commentary. Revelation chapter 12 verse by verse high time to awake.
Choose from 500 different sets of book of revelation chapter 12 flashcards on quizlet. Being able to interpret it correctly is the key to interpreting the remainder of revelation. Revelation chapter 12 is a chapter to skips from time period to time period and if you are not reading it with spiritual understanding, it is very easy for you to get lost. Learn book of revelation chapter 12 with free interactive flashcards. Measuring the temple, the two witnesses, and the blowing of the seventh trumpet. Introduction conflict in heaven and earth a great wonder greek.
By the end of this, you will have a clear understanding of chapter 12 of the book of revelation. A description of the church of christ and of satan, under the figures of a woman and of a great red dragon. The first was only, the second chiefly, on the earth, asia. Introduction to revelation 12 this chapter contains a vision of two wonders or signs seen in heaven, a woman and a dragon, and an account of what followed thereon, war both in heaven and earth. The great vision of this book goes straight forward, from the fourth to the twenty second chapter. Note the similarity between this description and the description that joseph gave of his father jacob israel and his. And i heard a loud voice saying in heaven, now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our god, and the power of his christ. As you read, you soon will become immersed in a fantastic display. Is revelation chapter 12 an allegory of all of world history. Hes in hospital on life support from a hart attack. What is the futurist interpretation of the book of revelation.
David guzik commentary on revelation 12 explains the woman, the child, and the. Revelation explained verse by verse, chapter by chapter. Starting in chapter 12, revelation takes a detour from the stepbystep narrative of the end times. A the preterist view, which holds that these events were fulfilled in the first century b the futurist view, which says that these events are yet to be fulfilled during a future great tribulation. We are now introduced to a new prophecy dealing with gods church in conflict with the powers of evil. Revelation 1, new living translation nlt the bible app.
Read revelation 12 kjv along with a helpful commentary. 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. The seven heads represent world kingdoms with kings under the control of satan and the ten horns represent ten end time world leaders that satan will control in the last gentile world empire called babylon the great this is further defined by daniel and in chapter 17 and 18 of revelation. Revelation chapter 12 kjv king james version praying for my son david alan clayton.
Later in the chapter, it is clear that this child born of israel is. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Polyvalent symbolism, in which symbols have more than one meaning, also is part of revelation s imagery. John is told to write down everything god shows him, and boy is god going to show him some strange things. The garland with 12 stars may be symbolic of the 12 tribes of israel genesis 37. Is it the summary of chapter 11 or the introduction of chapter 12. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. What is it that makes us want to read the last chapter of a book first. The goodnews is that the ten horns of revelation chapter 12, verse 3 can be explained much faster. The woman, the child, and the dragonnow a great sign appeared in heaven. A commentary on the book of revelation or, a disclosure from jesus christ about what must shortly come to pass by tom stewart chapter 12. In revelation chapter 12, john sees a vision of a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars revelation 12.
Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. The gaps and abrupt changes in verses 16 are explained in part by the rest of the. After the sounding of the 7th trumpet, the 24 elders fell on their faces worshiping god. The dragon and his angels are overcome and cast down to the earth.
Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 12. The tapestry of this 12th chapter of the revelation first introduces the woman that produces the messiah 12. This, they argue, adds support to their claim that the book of revelation either. Mar 26, 2014 the book of revelation chapter 12 calvary chapel renosparks. The mystery of christmas is unfolded in various ways in the new testament. For example, the seven heads of the beast are said to be both seven mountains rev. Revelation chapter 12 coffmans commentary of the new. Next follow the dragons persecution of the woman, and her flight into the wilderness, and the care took of her there, as before described, revelation 12. Bible commentary explains the book of revelation verse by verse cutting through a great deal of popular theory. Commentary for revelation 12 16 revelation 12 14 interludes in the book of revelation. Throughout revelation 12 we note that the woman is repeatedly protected by god verses 6, 1416, especially as the time approaches for the kingdom of our god to be established on earth verse 10. Apr, 2011 revelation chapter 12 war on earth rev 12. For some reason, many people begin reading the bible with the book of revelation. The book of revelation chapter 12 the woman and the.
This is a book that jesus gave to show his servants something. This is his report of the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title.
Chapter 12 of revelation portrays the whole sweet of the drama from its origin in heaven. The woman of the apocalypse is a figure described in chapter 12 of the book of revelation written c. In the course of these visions, seven main figures are described. A commentary on the book of revelation chapter 12 the woman.
Revelation chapter 12 explained and there appeared a great wonder in heaven. Seeks to present different viewpoints and analyze problems of interpretation. For a comprehensive study of the passage, download the study guide pdf download. This book cross and crown is a powerful and thrilling recital of the most romantic and dramatic incidents in history to be found on record, told in the. In one account it is the story of poor visitors in bethlehem who give birth to a child destined to cause the fall and rising of many in israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed, with a warning to the mother that.
The theme of this commentary is to show that revelation is not a book of empty symbols as is often supposed in preterist circles. The greek word for wonder teras, contrary to expectation, does not occur in revelation. The believers bible commentary notes this about revelation 12. The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but who for one hour will receive authority as kings along with the beast. The key to understanding the placement of this verse is the reference to the temple and the ark. Revelation 12 commentary wesleys explanatory notes.
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