Book of revelation 6 1-8

I heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. The vision of the seals, which, although related first, exhibits events concurrent with those symbolized by the trumpets and vials, is contained chiefly in revelation 6. Oct 10, 2010 all of creation is praising the lamb because he is worthy. It is essential we understand the events that are to come and not bow to false teachings or sensationalism, and the best way to do that is see what our lord jesus christ taught on the matter. These are the four horses which john saw in visions as recorded in revelation 6. Are the seven seals of the book of revelation unfolding today. The first five chapters of revelation have been in preparation for the unveiling of this concealed scroll. The altar mentioned here has not appeared in this book before this. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Be prepared, frugal, wise, and be ready for anything. Revelation chapter 6 begins with the seals that represent the beginning of christs judgment of unbelievers on the earth during the tribulation period see article judgment. I am the alpha and the omega the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come the almighty.

Analysis revelation says that the redeemed bear a seal on their foreheads. Revelation 6 niv bible i watched as the lamb opened the. We have been a place where there is praise and shouting. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 6. The primum omen, for john as for vergil, is a white horse, ridden by. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. There is also mention of a bad wine, which corresponds to the wine of babylon discussed later in revelation. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Then in the last chapter of the book, jesus speaks. 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. Its rider was named death, and his companion was the grave. All of creation is praising the lamb because he is worthy.

Analysis these four horsemen represent threats that would have been real for people in new testament times as well as for people of later times. Therefore, this great multitude of people belongs to god. This means that when times are tough and there is rationing, making sure one is a wise steward of their goods and services is. The breaking of the sixth seal reveals typical apocalyptic signs in the sky and the sheer terror of all people at the imminent divine judgment rev 6. Then i looked on as the lamb opened one of the seven seals. In the opening chapter of the book of revelation, john writes, blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophecy, and heed the things which are written in it. Revelation 7 is then a flashback given that the angels are not allowed to harm the land or the sea, revelation 7. One of the more eerie parts of the book of revelation includes four figures riding horses. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god.

In the right hand of him who sat on the throne was a book, written inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals. Mar 19, 2019 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. This passage warns us of what is coming in the daily sufferings of life and in the finality of end times. At the end of revelation 5, the slain lamb jesus had taken the scroll, gods plan and purpose for history, from the fathers hand and had been recognized as the king who would bring that purpose to pass. 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. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be. Revelation chapter 6 explained book of revelation each. This is part one of a two part study as a prelude into the book of revelation. Book of revelation john of patmos, god, matthew henry, king james bible, douay rheims bible, american standard bible, bible in basic english, webster bible on. Nothin can happen till the seals of that book are opened. This interest grew even stronger when i began to teach the book of revelation in a bible school on java and wrote a commentary on revelation in the indonesian language. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. Mar 23, 2017 a chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of revelation taught by pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario, oregon.

These connections between matthew 24 and revelation 6 are also noted by scholars. Now the scroll is about to be opened, one seal at a time. There is a close similarity between these judgments and the event predicted by christ in matthew 24. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. As jesus predicts the destruction of jerusalem, notice the parallels between matthew 24. The book of revelation was likely written between a. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so. Mar 24, 2020 according to some, and i am relieved that it has only been a few, covid19 is proof that the plagues of the book of revelation, in particular the seven seals of revelation 6.

Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he r. A short study on the book of revelation carol morgan. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. This chapter describes the opening of the first six of the seven seals.

And power was given unto them over the fourth part of the earth, to kill with sword, and with hunger, and with death, and with the beasts of the earth. In the past two chapters, we have been allowed to witness scenes of heavenly worship. Revelation 6 new international version niv biblica. Join us for our live stream sunday morning, sunday e. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Revelation was written for all believers revelation 1. This part shares some features and forms an inclusio with the epilogue revelation 22. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john. The importance of understanding, interpreting, applying, and then. When the lamb opened one of the seals it is worthy of remark that the opening of the seals is not merely a declaration of what god will do, but is the exhibition of a purpose then accomplished. Chapter 6 begins to reveal the things which must soon take place 1.

In this article, ill explain who the four horsemen represent in the bible and when the four horsemen will arrive. These two were given authority over onefourth of the earth, to kill with the sword and famine and disease and wild animals. This book is filled with mysteries about things to come. I watched as the lamb opened the first of the seven seals. Revelation 6 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Revelation 7 is occupied with an account of an episodal character, similar to that which occurs in revelation 10. Four horsemen of the apocalypse meaning in revelation. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture.

The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. Much intrigue has built around these four characters featured in revelation 6 that iconic art, books, and even movies such as xmen apocalypse have capitalized on these four horsemen of the apocalypse. Its rider was named death, and hades was following close behind him. In this passage, we are going to see images of divine wrath. Jun 21, 2016 revelation 7 is then a flashback given that the angels are not allowed to harm the land or the sea, revelation 7. Revelation 6 is the sixth chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. They were given power over a fourth of the earth to kill by sword, famine and plague, and by the wild beasts of the earth.

Times of tribulation revelation 6 11 seven seals 2nd seal the red horse we now look at the second horse and its rider among the four horses of the apocalypse. Revelation 1 the revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. The first four seals of the scroll bring four horsemen. Chapter 6 begins to reveal the things which must soon take. You will recall that the lamb was the only one found worthy to open the book and break its seals revelation 5. Soncino zohar, vayikra, section 3 page 39a wine rejoiceth the heart of man ps. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. These visions of the four horses were the first john saw after the scenes in heaven, which we studied in our previous lessons.

Times of tribulation revelation 611 seven seals 3rd seal the black horse we now look at the third horse and its rider among the four horses of the apocalypse. The lamb has gone to the one who sits on the throne and has taken the scroll from his hand. The first horseman represents the threat of conquest. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. The first five seals described in the book of revelation are dealt with in 11 verses see revelation 6. The book of revelation has been shrouded in mystery for a good portion of the church age. The book of revelation often called the book of revelations, 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. I looked up and saw a horse whose color was pale green. Showers equates the birth pangs beginning of sorrows of mtt. This is the black horse whose rider is carring weighing scales.