The four views and their proponents are 1 the preterist view, by kenneth l. The reign of christ and the great white throne rev 20. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the, and sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. Whether you are seeking representing the ebook revelation. Four parallel columns present the information you need on these key views, and inform you about outstanding commentators on the book of revelation. A parallel commentary in pdf appearance, in that condition you approach onto the equitable site. Revelation how can we understand the book of revelation and its many interpretations. This book neatly presents all four views, side by side literally, every page is four columns with the commentary from each view right next to each other as it works its way through revelation, verse by verse. Revelation four views a parallel commentary free download as pdf file. Now with one open book the student can compare the four. Most 4 views books on the book of revelation compare and contrast dispensational premil.
The is no widespread agreement as to what the symbols respresent other than the papacy being the beast and islam being the flase prophet. The seven parallel sections of the book of revelation. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Now with one open book the student can compare the. Four parallel columns present the information you need on these key views, and.
It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. Prophecy new testament pattern bible studies, book. A parallel commentary covers the traditional views in an evenhanded fashion. This book by gregg, on the other hand, is a detailed, versebyverse commentary, with the text divided into paragraphs, and each paragraph followed by four parallel.
Historical that the prophesies of the revelations has been occurring since jesus died and continue to this day, preterist that the entire books prophecies have come to completion from when jesus. The four views of interpretation are summarized in the following chart see also bibliography. How one sees the opening phrases like these things, will soon take place. Marvin pate, in his four views on the book of revelation 231 correctly states, i believe, that how one approaches revelation 1. This book neatly presents all four views, side by side literally, every page is four columns with the commentary from each view right next to each other as it works its way through revelation. When i was given the opportunity to write this article for acts, john kennedy mentioned the book, revelation four views a parallel commentary by steve.
An exegetical commentary on revelation liberating lions. Revelation thomas nelson pdf four views, a parallel commentary. But now we have one of the most helpful studies on revelation that i have seen. For each, he presents the basic approach, strengths of the approach and weaknesses of the approach. That book allowed the proponents of each of four different views to present an overall summary of their approach to the book of revelation. Though the dominate view in the protestant church for 500 years, it has not had much of a following since the late 1800s. From that confusion, four major viewpoints have arisen to try and clarify the contents of revelation. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. This book allows proponents of each of the four major interpretive views on revelation to present an overview from their perspective. Careful, unbiased summaries of the views of over fifty commentaries. Also, you can read online revelation four views a parallel commentary full book. No other book gives such extensive coverage of how the church has understood revelation over. Steve gregg wrote all four commentaries and, although he has his own particular favorite viewpoint, he does admirably well at hiding his personal bias. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app.
A parallel commentary covers the traditional views in an. Bibliography commentary a testimony of jesus christ. The interactive counterpoints forum allows each author not only to present his view, but also to offer brief commentary on other views presented. Thus, together they represent gods judicial government and activities over man. Steve gregg, director of the great commission school in oregon, has produced a valuable and enlightening contribution to revelation studies. Background information, origins, sources, pros and cons are all provided in introductions and sidebyside analysis. Foreword why this revelation commentary was written and how i went about writing this bible study introduction different views on revelation why i used the futurist view for this commentary on revelation chapter 1 john receives the revelation of jesus christ for the seven churches or. The revelation of jesus christ through the ages table of contents. In this parallel commentary, youll learn about four major traditional views and discover the differences in interpretations. Revelation, four views, by steve gregg, provides a parallel commentary on all of these four major views without any apparent bias.
Gregg the narrow path ministries is an acknowledged authority on this topic, having authored the book, revelation four views. 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. The importance of understanding, interpreting, applying, and then. Three viewpoints pates book is much more affordable and it is the book that i recommended to my class, but only due to cost. Explore the four traditional interpretations of the book of revelation in. Futurist premillennial revelation commentary, by don koenig. A parallel commentary thomas nelson, 1997, 20, which was the 1998 final nominee, for the gold medallion book award of the ecpa. Premillennialism, in christian eschatology, is the belief that jesus will physically return to the earth the second coming before the millennium, a literal thousandyear golden age of peace. This is a parallel commentary wherein gregg proceeds sectionbysection through revelation, offering interpretations in parallel columns from four different perspectives.
The identification of babylon the harlot in the book of revelation previous page next page. No other book gives such extensive coverage of how the church has. This convenient presentation not only gives you the information you need on these key views, but also informs. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. More information about steves books and daily radio program may be found at. Revelation, four views, a parallel commentary steve gregg. The second form of preterism, known as partial, orthodox, or moderate preterism, is the most popular form today. Four views by steve gregg ed in paperback format at koorong 9781401676216. It gives balanced commentary in parallel columns from four viewpoints. Download full revelation four views a parallel commentary book in pdf, epub, mobi and all ebook format. Revelation, four views, a parallel commentary steve.
In each case, the parallel sections consider the time period from the first to the second comings of christ. Revelation four views a parallel commentary book of revelation. It completely out classes pates book four views on the book of revelation and the broadman press book revelation. Four views on the book of revelation counterpoints. Patrick zukeran presents a summary of four of the major approaches to interpreting the book of revelation and its meaning for the end times. Four views a parallel commentary by thomas nelson new life of albany ga. How can we understand the book of revelation and its many interpretations. Four views of revelation class outline ray wimsett prejudices built into it. Four views is a comprehensive, evenhanded resource that offers a clear, fair presentation of four of the most important interpretations of the book, allowing you to evaluate and. May 30, 2017 revelation sparks considerable disagreement between various expositors as to its significance. Four views on the book of revelation explores the four main views in which revelation is understood.
Explore the four traditional interpretations of the book of revelation in this indepth, versebyverse overview. Revelation four views a parallel commentary pdf epub. Revelation by steve gregg 20, paperback, revised for. A parallel commentary covers the traditional views in an evenhanded. We represent the dead change of this ebook in txt, djvu, epub, pdf, physician arrangement. This book by gregg, on the other hand, is a detailed, versebyverse commentary, with the text divided into paragraphs, and each paragraph followed by four parallel columns. Gregg sees these 4 categories as a helpful xaxis on eschatology. An amazing, detailed look at the historical, theological, and most importantly the biblical background on the four separate views of revelations. Partial preterists believe that most of the prophecies in the. We hope this commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. Four views is a comprehensive, evenhanded resource that offers a clear, fair presentation of four of the most important interpretations of the book, allowing you to evaluate. The doctrine is called premillennialism because it holds that jesus physical return to earth will occur prior to the inauguration of the millennium.
Cyril barber in the ministers library volume 3 has some cautions on a popular book edited by steve gregg, steve, ed. A parallel commentary by steve gregg 1997, hardcover, new edition at the best online prices at ebay. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A parallel commentary and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The influence of apocalyptic fictions such as the left behind series, which were based more on fanciful imagination than sound exegesis, has so affected evangelicalism that it is no wonder there is such widespread confusion and fear about revelation. Your roadmap to four welltraveled routes through the book of revelation.
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