Are you baffled by the Book of Revelation? Understand the purpose, key themes, and symbolism of the most fascinating book in the Bible with The Book of Revelation For Dummies , an easy to understand guide that will help you grasp the enduring messages of Revelation and apply them to your life. Understand the purpose, key themes, and symbolism of the most fascinating book in the Bible Grasp the enduring messages of Revelation and apply them in your life Are you baffled by the book of Revelation? This friendly, unintimidating guide walks you through the most difficult book of the New…mehr
Are you baffled by the Book of Revelation? Understand the purpose, key themes, and symbolism of the most fascinating book in the Bible with The Book of Revelation For Dummies , an easy to understand guide that will help you grasp the enduring messages of Revelation and apply them to your life.Understand the purpose, key themes, and symbolism of the most fascinating book in the Bible
Grasp the enduring messages of Revelation and apply them in your life
Are you baffled by the book of Revelation? This friendly, unintimidating guide walks you through the most difficult book of the New Testament, providing a clear explanation of the major views and interpretations of the End Times. You'll understand what Revelation says about the past, present, and future, and how it relates to the rest of the Bible.
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Dr. Larry R. Helyer: Larry is Professor of Biblical Studies at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana. He received his doctorate in New Testament from Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California. He pastored Baptist churches in Portland, Oregon, and Sun Valley, California, before moving to the Midwest and teaching biblical studies at Taylor University for 28 years. He has taught a wide range of Bible courses covering both the Old and New Testaments and Jewish literature of the Second Temple. Larry has traveled extensively in the land of the Bible and lived in Israel for a year during his student days at Jerusalem University College. Larry is author of two books, Yesterday, Today, and Forever: The Continuing Relevance of the Old Testament and Exploring Jewish Literature of the Second Temple Period: A Guide for New Testament Students. Larry has authored numerous journal and dictionary articles on biblical and theological subjects and has just finished a book on New Testament theology. He was the initial translator of 2 Samuel for the Holman Christian Standard Bible. Richard Wagner: Rich is author of The Expeditionary Man, The Myth of Happiness, The Gospel Unplugged, and several For Dummies books, including C. S. Lewis & Narnia For Dummies, Christianity For Dummies, and Christian Prayer For Dummies. He has been a guest on Christian radio programs across the country discussing Christian discipleship issues as well as C.S. Lewis. Richard has served in church leadership and teaching roles for more than a dozen years. Rich graduated with a bachelor of arts degree from Taylor University and pursued graduate studies at The American University in Washington, DC. Rich lives in New England with his wife and three sons. You can find him online at richwagnerwords.com.
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Introduction 1 Part I: Revealing the End of the Biblical Story 9 Chapter 1: One Man's Visions, All Humans' Fate 11 Chapter 2: Setting the Stage: The Apostle John and the World in Which He Lived 23 Chapter 3: The Prequels: Prophecies throughout the Bible 43 Part II: Interpreting the Book of Revelation 61 Chapter 4: Choosing a Perspective for Understanding Revelation 63 Chapter 5: Deciphering Symbols with Your Secret Decoder Ring 87 Part III: Taking a Grand Tour of the Book of Revelation 99 Chapter 6: Setting Up the Scope of the Book (1:1-20) 101 Chapter 7: Reading the Seven Letters to Conflicted Churches (1:19-3:22) 119 Chapter 8: Peeking into the Throne Room (4:1-5:14) 143 Chapter 9: Breaking Seven Seals (6:1-8:1) 159 Chapter 10: Sounding Seven Trumpets (8:2-11:19) 181 Chapter 11: A Woman, a Dragon, Two Beasts, and More! (12:1-14:20) 205 Chapter 12: Seven Angels, Seven Bowls, and a Final Smackdown (15:1-18:24) 227 Chapter 13: Coming of the Kingdom (19:1-20:15) 251 Chapter 14: Seeing the New Jerusalem and a Triumphant Church (21:1-22:6) 273 Chapter 15: Promising to Return (22:6-21) 291 Part IV: The Part of Tens 303 Chapter 16: Ten Common Questions about the End Times 305 Chapter 17: Ten Tips for Interpreting Scripture and Prophecy 313 Appendix: Glossary 319 Index 325
Introduction 1 Part I: Revealing the End of the Biblical Story 9 Chapter 1: One Man's Visions, All Humans' Fate 11 Chapter 2: Setting the Stage: The Apostle John and the World in Which He Lived 23 Chapter 3: The Prequels: Prophecies throughout the Bible 43 Part II: Interpreting the Book of Revelation 61 Chapter 4: Choosing a Perspective for Understanding Revelation 63 Chapter 5: Deciphering Symbols with Your Secret Decoder Ring 87 Part III: Taking a Grand Tour of the Book of Revelation 99 Chapter 6: Setting Up the Scope of the Book (1:1-20) 101 Chapter 7: Reading the Seven Letters to Conflicted Churches (1:19-3:22) 119 Chapter 8: Peeking into the Throne Room (4:1-5:14) 143 Chapter 9: Breaking Seven Seals (6:1-8:1) 159 Chapter 10: Sounding Seven Trumpets (8:2-11:19) 181 Chapter 11: A Woman, a Dragon, Two Beasts, and More! (12:1-14:20) 205 Chapter 12: Seven Angels, Seven Bowls, and a Final Smackdown (15:1-18:24) 227 Chapter 13: Coming of the Kingdom (19:1-20:15) 251 Chapter 14: Seeing the New Jerusalem and a Triumphant Church (21:1-22:6) 273 Chapter 15: Promising to Return (22:6-21) 291 Part IV: The Part of Tens 303 Chapter 16: Ten Common Questions about the End Times 305 Chapter 17: Ten Tips for Interpreting Scripture and Prophecy 313 Appendix: Glossary 319 Index 325
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