Please check the reference to make sure it is correct. This next vision begins with the opening words of revelation chapter 4. Chapter summary john reports in the opening verse of revelation 4 that he saw a door. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of revelation in the bible new international version. It is obvious from these two chapters that john was using apocalyptic language to describe spiritual truth. This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would happen long after it was written. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. This is an authorized web site of jehovahs witnesses. Hes just a mildmannered christian guy living in exile whenpow. The book of the revelation is not primarily the how and when of the second coming. There are, of course, scriptures throughout the bible which discuss this. Revelation 45new testament teacher resource manual.
Most christian denominations have made their choices, written them in stone. The four living creatures said, amen, and the elders fell down and worshiped. Perhaps no other book in the bible has given rise to as many differing interpretations as the book of revelation. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. Revelation 45 new international version niv the throne in heaven.
Revelation 4, new king james version nkjv the bible app. These are all of the chapters of the book of revelation. These two chapters are essential in understanding the remainder of the book and its purpose. The revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. And the voice i had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, come up here, and i will show you what must take place after this.
Almost the entire book of revelation after chapter 4 refers to events that were in. A musicalvideo interpretation of a worship service in heaven. The words were taken directly from scripture revelation. The third dvd, god is still on the throne worthy is the lamb covers chapters four and five of the book of revelation and will also include the purpose for the rapture and the tribulation. Chapter 4 forms a central theme the secure glory and rule of yhwh of the book of the revelation. The nwt study bible is complete with cross references, maps, and an accurate bible dictionary. Near the throne are four creatures that ascribe threefold holiness to god. Revelation 45 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints.
And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of. With what is upcoming in the rest of the book of revelation, it may be gods. A throne was there in heaven, and on the throne sat 3 one whose appearance sparkled like jasper and carnelian. Strange work a verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation.
It is a research tool for publications in various languages produced by jehovahs witnesses. Around the throne was a halo as brilliant as an emerald. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus. Yet, god didnt put revelation in the scriptures to confuse us, but to teach us. Revelation 45 kjv after this i looked, and, behold, a bible gateway. Net bible from the throne came out flashes of lightning and roaring and. Revelation chapter 4 door in heaven, a rainbow around the throne, the four beasts, the elders. Revelation 45 niv the throne in heaven after this i bible. With each reading weve included several links to the website that will allow you to. View an outline and see other pertinent information about the chapter. Our teaching video on revelation chapters 4 and 5 covers the two main themes of these texts, along with four symbols and key revelations. There we find a most amazing description of the most important coronation, ever. Kindly explain in detail about revelation chapter 4 and 5.