Jan 01, 1988 2004 updated reprint from the older redcovered edition. Names, titles, and concepts of christ in the book of revelation. Him that overcometh will i make a pillar in the temple of my god, and he shall go no more out. Jesus is given many names and titles in the book of revelation. Finding jesus in the book of revelation, by steve case and daniel wysong. Unlike, say, the gospel of mark, where jesus is portrayed as pretty human and separate from god. Life of jesus christ and biblical revelations by anne. When we are empowered by christian inspiration we can do all things through christ. Some say you can never learn from books but that you have to experience truth on your own terms. These are the words of jesus himself, john, and the angel. The names of jesus in the book of revelation part 30 the. Identifying the unknown name of jesus in scripture. Similarities between the book of revelation and the gospel of.
Mar 21, 2011 jesus clearly showed that we should be baptized in to the name of the father jehovah, the son jesus and also into the name of the holy spirit. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both in depth notes and layoriented exposition for use by scholars, students, pastors, and laypeople. What are the 7 churches jesus names in the book of revelation. Aug, 2009 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that describe who he is, such as faithful, king, alpha, omega, bright morning star. Jul 29, 2018 this psalm, conceived in the mind of the lord and inspired by the holy spirit, expresses his concern and diligent care for those who follow him. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. There are 24 distinct descriptions in revelation 1 7 descriptions in v.
The first chapter of the book of revelation refers to one like unto a son of. Every other time the book refers to itself, it is as a prophecy v. Each name and title tells something of his character and highlights a particular phase of h is role within gods plan for redeeming us from our sins. The 26 names of jesus in revelation scattered among the very graphic images of the book of revelation is a collection of 26 names for jesus. The genitive frequently is expressed in english by the preposition of, as in this textthus, of jesus christ. Names or titles of jesus in the book of revelation. The 36 names and titles for jesus found in the book of. Two names and a variety of titles are used to refer to jesus in the new testament.
Christs identity and work are outlined by his various names in this great book. The names of jesus in the book of revelation part 30. Finding jesus in every book of the bible the sovereign. Is the jesus in revelation the same as the jesus in the. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. The word revelation never occurs again in the book that has come to bear that name. The book of the generation of jesus christ, the son of david, the son of abraham.
The descriptions of jesus christ in revelation 2 and 3 united. Anne catherine emmerich, a nun who was privileged to behold innumerable events of biblical times, going back all the way to the creation of the world. The book of revelation is full of names for jesus that describe who he is, such as faithful, king, alpha, omega, bright morning star. Sep 3, 2015 the book of revelation is full of names for jesus that help describe who he is. In revelation, jesus also has a special saving role to play in the world as the son of god. Jesus christ is the same today, yesterday and forever hebrews. One of the intriguing questions discussed by scholars is the phrase of jesus christ iesou christou genitive case. Names and titles of the lord jesus christ in the bible compiled by stephen ross. If this is true, then the names which god attributes to himself must be of great importance. Yeshuajesus is given many names and titles in the book of revelation. The names of jesus in the book of revelation part 27 the.
In this lesson, we consider the bibles last words revelation 22. Verse 1 sardis was about 30 miles south of thyatira and 50 miles east of ephesus. The descriptions of jesus christ in revelation 2 and 3. The main purpose of the book is to show how jesus will come again. Each name tells something of his character and highlights a particular aspect of his role within gods plan of redemption. See more ideas about bible, jesus christ and john the evangelist. Reviewed in the united states on november 17, 2003. A look at these verses is not only instructive of many things, but also shows the basic pattern of how the concept of name is used throughout. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Listed below are 36 names and titles for jesus and their scripture references that are scattered among the strikingly vivid images found in the book of revelation.
Seventhday adventist commentaries on revelation that emphasize the kjv, endorse historicism, condemn catholicism, limit the sabbath to the seal of god, adventism as the remnant church and ellen white as the spirit of prophecy already exist. In the new testament the name jesus is given both in the gospel of luke and the. Jesus from genesis to revelation linkedin slideshare. Names of christ in revelation with images revelation.
Sep 14, 2015 script what are the names of the seven churches jesus addresses in the beginning of the book of revelation. Apr 06, 2009 im not sure whether this person wants me to assure them that the gospel jesus is the revelation jesus or that the revelation jesus is the gospel jesus. And in the midst of the seven lampstands one like the son of man, clothed with a garment down to the feet and girded about the chest with a golden band. Colliers unpublished revelations 1979 contains revelations actual or alleged which were received by joseph smith but which for various reasons are not printed in the doctrine and. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
The 30 descriptions of jesus in revelation loves messenger. Pictures of jesus in the book of revelation part 1 jesus. In leviticus, he is the priest, the altar and the lamb of sacrifice. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Apr 30, 2017 the revelation of jesus christ to john as written in the holy bible. In other words, the book of life is the names of the redeemedthose who will live with god forever in heaven.
The passage in the book of revelation which deals with the birth of jesus, the christ child is found in revelation 12. Names or titles of jesus in the book of revelation print out this handy list of the 36 names and titles of jesus found in the book of revelation. I do not know any church which speaks of the name of the holy spirit except the church of god world mission society. Can you explain the description of jesus in revelation 1. His head and hair were white like wool, as white as snow, and his eyes like a flame of fire. The revelation of jesus christ which god gave him to show to his servants. His feet were like fine brass, as if refined in a furnace, and his voice as the sound of many waters revelation 1. Names of jesus in the book of revelation revelation bible study. Thomas aquinas believed in two types of individual revelation from god, general revelation and special revelation. Special revelation is the knowledge of god and spiritual. Other video links christmas day is august 1920 clearly written in scripture.
Conclusion just as origen focused his attention on the christology of the book of revelation daley, 1991, p. Jesus is called the son of david numerous times throughout the bible. Print out this handy list of the 36 names and titles of jesus found in the book of revelation. The mysterious angel of revelation 10 the christ in. This study examines the many names of jesus christ in the book of revelation. One of the most extraordinary books ever published. The book of life also called the lambs book of life is a record containing the names of those who have overcome sin through accepting jesus as christ having a spiritual rebirth. As we study this picture of jesus, our artist gloria kuhlman, is going to capture the message in a. Revelation is a book which presents the great revealing. This recalls the mysterious, but unrevealed name attending the angel of the lord and son of god throughout scripture. These messages from jesus and celestials, received through the hand of james e. The angel is clothed with a cloud, he has a rainbow upon his head, his face is like the sun, and his feet are like pillars of fire 10. Names and titles of jesus christ in the bible doctrine. What are these names biblical hermeneutics stack exchange.
This new name, which denotes a yet unrevealed aspect of the character of jesus rev. Names and titles of jesus in the new testament wikipedia. These four volumes record the visions of the famous 19thcentury catholic mystic, ven. This seems like a true statement and more the reason to be openminded in world where bad news is as common as falling leaves. Names of jesus in the book of revelation a virtuous woman. Son of man is one of the 34 titles given to jesus in the book of revelation.
The titles of jesus seen in revelation 1 are used when addressing the. The concluding book of the new testament begins in the following fashion. John suddenly sees a very unusual angel a strong angel. This just means that the book sees god and jesus as being equal in divinity and awesomeness. And all the people were amazed, and said, is not this the son of david. Names of jesus in the book of revelation names of jesus. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus.
In general revelation, god reveals himself through his creation, such that at least some truths about god can be learned by the empirical study of nature, physics, cosmology, etc. There are nearly 100 descriptions of jesus in the book of revelation 6. And today we are going to consider the picture of jesus, the christ child. Ephesus, smyrna, pergamos, thyatira, sardis, philadelphia and laodicea. Son of david the book of the generation of jesus christ, the son of david, the son of abraham. Similarities between the book of revelation and the gospel.
The genealogy of jesus the book of the generation of jesus christ, the son of david, the son of abraham. If you know the bible but you dont know jesus,in obadiah hes the mighty judge. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Dec 06, 2001 this not only represents jesus absolute power and control of events, it also reveals that he is part of davids ancestry. Names in the book of revelation in the book of revelation, the concept of name occurs quite frequently, and for many reasons. Revelation 1 commentary the revelation of jesus christ. The book of revelation often called the 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 of the christian bible. Finding jesus in the book of revelation, by steve case. Unpublished revelations of the prophets and presidents of. Here, the name of the city of my god is clear its new jerusalem. Revelation 1 niv prologue the revelation from jesus bible. The beauty of heaven revelation 2122 seven final visions 7th vision last words. This similarity is relates to the previous one, calling jesus the word is a common way of portraying him so it makes sense that revelation would do the same.
For additional scriptures on these events see revelation 1. Using these images and names helps link revelation to the rest of the bible. Jesus revealed genesis through revelation christs character is described as who he is in each book of the bible. It sounds like he seems harsher means they are inclined to think that the revelation jesus may not be the real jesus.
Unpublished revelations of the prophets and presidents of the. Apr 25, 2014 this study examines the many names of jesus christ in the book of revelation. I am the alpha and the omega, says the lord god, who is, and who was, and who is to come, the almighty. I will also give to each person who overcomes a white stone with a new name on it. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ.
The 26 names of jesus in revelation prime life ministries. Christ, names of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. The names of jesus in the book of revelation part 27. Oct 27, 20 jesus christ is in every book of the bible author unknown in genesis, jesus is the seed of the woman. It discloses the full character and identity of jesus of nazareth by lifting the veil. I invite you to take your bible and open it to the last book of the new testament, the book of revelation. Padgett, are so extraordinary in concept and contents claiming as they do to bring to mankind the highest spiritual teachings of jesus as an epochmaking revelation from the spirit world, that it is indispensable that, as the publisher and firm believer in. A look at these verses is not only instructive of many things, but also shows the basic pattern of how the concept of name is used throughout the rest of the scriptures.
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