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This commentary has been through advanced checking. Studying the bible and book of mormon together helps us. Isaiah overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. It follows that this commentary, like all commentaries, was written by an uninspired, fallible human. Teachings and commentaries on the book of mormon ed j. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. John the divine, although the godgiven title is at the very beginning of the text, the revelation of. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Lds discussions tackles the new byu study that uncovered plagiarism in the joseph smith translation of the bible from adam clarkes bible commentaries.

Consequently, there are a wide variety of interpretations about the meaning of the book, particularly in the traditional christian world. So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. Latterday saints have a distinct advantage over the rest of the christian world because modern prophets have revealed much that directly helps us interpret the mysteries revealed in the apocalypse. Both isaiah and john tell us about a book that is sealed. Because isaiah remains imposing and obscure, a few more words of help for the latterday saint student of isaiah might be justified. Second, we believe that god will give new revelations on the meaning of scriptures previously. An explanation is in order not only because of this speechs succinctness, but. Thank you for making james durhams works available. Mormon chose to keep about one third of isaiah s writings. Thomas previously served with the lockman foundation as a member of the translation team for the exhaustive concordance committee and on the topical reference bible committee for the new american standard bible. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. Lynne hilton wilson, revelation 111, come follow me.

As i published each of the nine volumes, i included the paraphrastic studies, where i had them, in conjunction with the commentary for each book in. If you want to better understand the book of revelation. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. Isaiah overview, 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.

The book of isaiah is replete with references to the savior, often calling him the holy one of israel. Watch our overview video on the first 39 chapters of the book of isaiah, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. As a latterday saint, the most significant book you can understand is the book of mormon. Brother stroud covers in 2 nephi on the isaiah chapters is extremely valuable. Draper, why is the book of revelation called the apocalypse. Seeing the book of revelation as a book of revelation. The basic structure of the vision is chronological. A latterday saint reading of isaiah religious studies.

After seeing the father and the son in heaven, the vision of the history and destiny of. The book of mormon study guide by thomas valletta and others this one is. Part 4 of this series will discuss specific examples of this potential source of new testament language in the book of mormon. It is designed as a reference book, but it can also be read from cover to cover. 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. 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. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and theological themes. Concerning the revelation, his commentary is the most accurate overall among all the reformed, puritan, and later expositors that have commented upon this book. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation.

The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to show unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. 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. A close study of 1 nephi 1114, isaiah 6566 among other chapters, psalm 2 and other psalms, and various chapters in the book of revelation reveal that there are many parallel. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds church and some. Scripture reading and revelation church of jesus christ.

Bible study guides and copywork book isaiah, jeremiah, lamentations, ezekiel, and daniel memorize the bible bible copyworks. The amillennial alternative christian focus was released in 20 and is devoted to expounding this particular understanding of scripture. The reader today has no greater written commentary and guide to understanding isaiah than the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants. Donald grey barnhouse, revelation grand rapids, mi.

First, isaiah wrote to a great extent in poetry, and poetry is by nature obscure, if not cryptic, even to the native speaker of the poetic language. Jesus christ, which god gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass. However, that said, ridges commentary on the book of revelation and isaiah are outstanding and convey a deep understand of complicated writings by isaiah and john, in a clear and simple way. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. This form of revelation constitutes the major part of the text of the book of isaiah. Overview of the book of revelation the church of jesus. 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. There is much proleptic revelation in this book, as will become clear. In religion and theology, revelation is the revealing or disclosing of some form of truth or. Always there is a call to repentance and loyalty to the savior. A postmillennial commentary on the book of revelation, for postmillennial views. Looking for a great book of mormon commentary to use while you study the. The lord then continues on to illuminate the meaning of this symbol.

What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Dispensational, premillennial, pretribulational exposition commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. Thomas babington macaulay, horatius, lines 21924, in the lays of ancient rome, 1842. It is merely at their feet that the unbelievers shall kneel as they are forced to acknowledge that christ is god, and that every detail of the scripture is eternal and true. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Of all the books in the bible, the book of revelation is one of the most difficult to understand. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been. Lund, who later served as a member of the seventy, gave an overview of johns visions in revelation 422 and explained some of their basic meanings. Your study of the book of mormon made easier, part 1. Best of book of mormon commentary list scripture notes.

It is not surprising that isaiah is quoted heavily in the book of mormon and in. It provides sources for even further research, which makes this book is a great starting point for understanding isaiah. Lee, breaks the secret bible barrier on one of the most hidden revelations in the book of isaiah. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ.

A careful examination of the book of mormon to share some of my insights and revelations for those who are interested. She brings forth, flees and hides herself, while christ was yet on the earth. This reversal of isaiah s language is probably a conscious attempt to express the irony that the submission that unbelieving ethnic jews hoped to receive from gentiles, they themselves will be forced to render to the church. Brother douglas bassett, however, has made these great words easier to understand by compiling thousands of statements made by prophets, general authorities, and scriptural scholars to clearly explain the oftenformidable words of one of the greatest prophets.

The book of revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible. So perhaps part of lehis information came from isaiah, and perhaps part. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. This is the holy book of revelation, known as the revelation of st. Isaiah the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The first five seals described in the book of revelation are dealt with in 11 verses see revelation 6. Theres an article on the book of mormon that discusses the. Over half of the references stem from daniel, ezekiel, psalms, and isaiah. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible.

Thomas aquinas believed in two types of individual revelation from god. Numerous verses in the book of mormon and the doctrine and covenants aid our understanding of the apocalypse. When i refer to commentaries, i refer to everything that interprets scripture, from the comprehensive book length commentary to the brief interpretation embodied in a lesson or an article, such as this one. Jesus and other heavenly messengers spoke to book of mormon prophets before the saviors appearance in the new world, these prophets may have learned new testamentlike phrases directly from them. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. You can find the best commentary on isaiah for you using the tools on the right side. John is about to enter into the experience of many other prophets who were given a revelation of the glory of the lord, usually near the beginning of their prophetic ministry. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation.

Some people criticize the fact that isaiah is quoted in the book of mormon. This is an excellent book for anyone who wants to better understand the context and meaning of isaiah s writings. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. This is the first of seven blessings that john mentioned in revelation revelation 14. You can find the best commentary on revelation for.

I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. Draper, for whom was the book of revelation written and why. The book of revelation encourages followers of jesus christ to remain faithful in the midst of persecution and. Similarly, what a scripture in the book of mormon meant to me when i first read it at age sixteen is not. Book of revelation overview church of jesus christ. Now i, nephi, do speak somewhat concerning the words which i have written, which have been spoken by the mouth of isaiah. Isaiah 29 and the book of mormon byu scholarsarchive. Mormon than on any other major aspect of this new world book of scripture. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Commentaries are not a substitute for the scriptures any more than a good cookbook is a substitute for food. The book of revelation encourages followers of jesus christ to remain faithful in the midst of persecution and trials. Revelation 5 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 hi.

Reading the vision of nephi, with its clear and straightforward prose, along with the additional witnesses from isaiah and the psalms and other similar passages, can help readers understand the meaning and significance of some of the more obscure symbolism from the book of revelation. The book of isaiah is mentioned around 60 times in the nt. Yet the place of prophecy in the word of god and the book of revelation specifically were seldom, if ever taught. Doctrine and covenants 77 gives the meaning of the sealed book and the opening of its seals. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation.

He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon deseret book. Yet the book of revelation need not remain closed, at least for latterday saints who accept modern revelation. On an alleged statement in thomas bullocks journal, see. The broader our knowledge of the gospel and the scriptures, the plainer the book of revelation becomes. The books of isaiah and revelation are not that kind of historical record, and church. Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon kindle. Bible commentary early church fathers medieval patristic patristic bible commentary. I speak to those who have never read the book of mormon. John used the number seven, which commonly signified completeness and a work of god, 54times. Dispensational, premillennial, pretribulational exposition and more. Commentaries on isaiah in the book of mormon kindle edition by bassett, k.