Ncommentary on the book of revelation ch 21

As the world of nations is to be pervaded by divine influence in the millennium, so the world of nature shall be, not annihilated, but transfigured. It is interesting to note that this basic message is found three times in revelation 2122 rev 21. Revelation 21, king james version kjv the bible app. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. In particular, john hears the voice from the throne declare an end to suffering, pain, and death for all of eternity.

Revelation 21 niv a new heaven and a new earth then i. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away. Revelation 21 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Revelation 21 commentary johns interpretation of the vision. The glory and honor of the nations will be brought into it. Revelation chapter 21 kjv king james version in romans chapters 5 and 6, 1st corinthians 15 and then in 2nd corinthians chapter 5, among other passages, we can see that our old sinful nature will be done away with and that we will fully experience our new nature as the born again in jesus christ. 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. An overview of revelation 21 22 chapters 21 22 are introduced by revelation 21. A new heaven and earth verses 12 1 i saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away, and there was no more sea.

If there is one speech that captures in a nutshell the meaning of the entire book of revelation, this is it. These indepth versebyverse studies harmonize the holy bible from genesis to revelation. It has been said about the books of the bible that the key for each of them hangs at the door. An outline of what is to be discussed is then seen in verses 28 of chapter 21, with detail then added beginning in chapter 21. Better, and the holy city, new jerusalem, i saw coming down out of the heaven from god, prepared.

This portion of gods wrath brings an end to the judgment of the lost on earth and brings physical destruction upon satan and his kingdoms political and religious and those who partake of their sins i. A comparison of these three passages, and particularly the first and last, supports the conclusion that the sinful state of those in hell is what is in view conclusion. And for us this is the end of all the stories, and we can most truly. Revelation 21, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Revelation 21 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is from the most widely read and often quoted preacher in history, charles haddon spurgeon. Revelation 21 1 then i saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. Like all of the book of revelation, this chapter is symbolic. Revelation, chapter 21 king james version christian. Humans sinful, finite minds simply cannot comprehend the ultimate joy and glory of the presence of god cf. The nations and kings of the earth bring their glory and honor to it.

Revelation the new jerusalem on the new earth revelation 21. The last book of the new testament is also called the prophecy book and the revelation of jesus christ. Revelation chapter 20 kjv king james version keep in mind please may it be on earth as it is 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. Hitherto the prophecy of this book has presented to us a very remarkable mixture of light and shade, prosperity and adversity, mercy and judgment. John attempts to describe the new jerusalem in terms others can understand. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow.

Revelation 21 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of. Mark wilson, in, notes that the number twelve is used repeatedly in chapter 21 to. Revelation 21 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. What he does describe in this verse is the beauty of the holy city, and prepared as a bride, which is related in. Introducing the new heaven, new earth, and new jerusalem 21. This book plunges you into a confusing array of dragons and trumpets and vials and seals, with many amazing sights and sounds and visions. Jesus began the book of revelation calling himself the alpha and omega in revelation 1. Please check the reference to make sure it is correct. The seer naturally touches on these before he describes it. We will also note a number of similarities between isaiah 60 and revelation 21, ezekiel 4048 and revelation 21, and other fascinating allusions to other scripture texts in rev. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr.

Revelation 20 21 english standard version esv the thousand years. In part 2 of our study of revelation 21, we will examine the remainder of the chapter verses 527. From the words of the prophet isaiah to the apostles peter, paul, and john, god used these men to describe what these new dwelling places would be like. And the fact that they come into view here as supplying the field for it makes the literal interpretation of their meaning the more probable. Revelation 21 revised standard version catholic edition rsvce the new heaven and the new earth. The new jerusalem is more fully described later on revelation 21. She needs no sun, the glory of god being her light. What he does describe in this verse is the beauty of the holy city, and prepared as a bride, which is related in many ways throughout scripture to the church. The heavenly jerusalem, with a full description thereof. The last battle which wilcock quotes on the bottom of page 203. Revelation 21 all things made new 1 now i saw a new heaven and a new. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future.

We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. I am the alpha and the omega, the beginning and the end. Revelation 21 niv bible then i saw a new heaven and a. This battle is very similar to the battle we read about in chapter 19 of revelation. We can say that revelation chapter 21 begins a new section of the book of. Now i saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away. Both imagesthe city and the brideare familiar to the bible. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. You and your family are a blessing beyond description to us and so many others. A person starting here might well throw the whole bible away in frustration, unable to make head nor tail of it. Sometimes they sound the trumpet of divine providence, and warn a careless world. Chapter twenty the beginning and end of the millennium. Only those whose names are written in the lambs book of life will enter the city. Nothing impure will ever enter it, nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the lambs book of life.

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. To jerry and sherry roberts thank you for your faithful friendship and love for our lord and my family. Revelation 21 bible commentary matthew henry concise. God hits him with a doozy of a revelation hey, thats not a bad idea for a title.

David guzik commentary on revelation 21, where a new heaven, a new earth. The book, and the new testament itself, then end with continued warnings to heed the writings and prophecies, to not alter them, and to be ready at all times for christs return so you wont have to worry about most of the contents of the book of revelation. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. The revelation of this book is the revelation of jesus christ. This is not an advancement of the chronology of the book.

This study concludes this pass at a study of the book of revelation, daniel, and associated other passages about the end times of the earth. The things that began to happen after that were so great and beautiful that i cannot write them. And they shall bring the glory and honour of the nations into it. Revelation 2021 esv the thousand years then i saw an. Great prophecies in the book of revelation show how and when these catastrophic events will occur. Yet it has a clear message for all who would devote themselves to. The book of revelation starts with a warning to the seven churches scattered throughout the known world at that time. And death shall be no more this is a full proof that this whole description belongs not to time, but eternity neither shall sorrow, or crying, or pain, be any more. Now, it is this latter word which is used throughout this chapter, and, indeed, throughout the book of revelation. This very powerful and dynamic teachingtool on the book of revelation shines a light on the symbolism and the mysteries of god revealed to mankind in this great book. Revelation 21 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation.

The lord jesus christ was speaking of lofty themes, of worlds newly made, and yet in. Come explore the works of temple scholar frank shallieu. Revelation 21 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation. It is shining with the glory of god and sparkles like a precious jewel, vs. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk.

I encourage you to bring your insights to class to share with others. At the same time, john hears a reminder that sin, and those who chose it over god, are condemned to the second death of hell revelation 21. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelationchapter 21. Come here, i shall show you the bride, the wife of the lamb is clearly. Home revelation bible study new heaven and new earth revelation 21. Probably john did not expect to hear that sweet gospel message just then. The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a.

Pack staggering events foretold in your bible will shock the whole world. In our previous studies we have seen that revelation chapter 1. God and the lamb are the temple and light of it, revelation 21. Revelation 21 is the twentyfirst chapter of the book of revelation or the apocalypse of john in the new testament of the christian bible. Jan 01, 2008 book of revelation chapter 21 receive the revelation be prepared current events confirm that we are in the last days. This booklet contains vital understanding that will forever change your outlook on the future. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 21. 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. There is perhaps no more misunderstood book of the bible than revelation. It is very significant that the book of revelation is the last book of the bible.

It appears that at this time the present earth and heaven will be destroyed by fire. The book is traditionally attributed to john the apostle, but the precise identity of the author remains a point of academic debate. Her light, wall, gates, and foundations, described, revelation 21. At the time of the second resurrection and the judgment, john also sees a new heaven and a new earth. One of the angels which poured out the seven last plagues directs johns attention to the holy city, the new jerusalem coming down out of heaven from god.

Previous chapter next chapter revelation 20 king james version. Commentary on revelation 2122 new heaven and new earth. And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie. Feb 15, 2019 several times the bible speaks about a new heavens and a new earth. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. To him who is thirsty i will give to drink without cost from the spring of the water of life. Hitherto the prophecy of this book has presented to us a very remarkable mixture of light and shade, prosperity and adversity, mercy and judgment, in the conduct of divine providence towards the church in the world. Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built. The new jerusalem revelation 21 22 the new earth and heaven. The former heaven and the former earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. Revelation chapter 20 also states that the actions of the souls of those that walked the earth will be judged based on their actions which have been recorded in the book of life. The last judgement has marked the end of history as we have previously known it.

The good will find eternity in the afterlife of heaven. Having carried his description of satans destiny and the resurrection of unbelievers to their conclusions in chapter 20, john now returns to the beginning of the millennium to describe the new home of the church in chapter 21 and the new earth in chapter 22. Revelation 21 a new heavens, a new earth, and a new jerusalem a. This chapter contains the accounts of the new heaven and the new earth, followed by the appearance of the new. Revelation 21 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. The remaining two chapters describe the eternal and consummated kingdom of god and the saints on the new earth.