But, one asks, doesnt this very confusion disprove your statement that the book of revelation was meant to be understood. Net bible flowing down the middle of the citys main street. The latter was forbidden, but the tree of life was not. The book of revelation often called the book of revelations, 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. Here michael pearl gives a brief 5 minute overview of the revelation of jesus christ. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of. Due to the fall the tree of life was closed to him. So eternal life with god in heaven was always mans destiny. The tree of life is now in the midst of new jerusalem, representing gods people having full fellowship with god and full access to god forever.
The witnesses are described as firebreathing olive trees. The tribulation according to the book of revelation. The endtime prophetic events recorded in the book of revelation that will occur before and at the time of christs return to earth are outlined by. The tree of life revelation 22 home revelation bible study the tree of life. The scripture reveals many terrible events that will supposedly precede the second coming of christ, including plagues, earthquakes and locust swarms. Revelation 22 nasb the river and the tree of life then. The leaves of the trees are for the healing of the nations that shall occupy the new earth. The description of the tree of life in revelation 22 mirrors precisely whats. Not that there will be any sickness, but to preserve them in health, as adam would. Between 2 trees tree of life sermon by michael mccartney. The book is an unusual blending of literal and symbolic things and events.
John used when writing the book of revelation is key to understanding the message of the book. New testament faculty at ozark christian college will help you think critically about the book of revelation and read it for what the text says and not what you have always been told that it says. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. The psalm writer referred to himself, one who trusted in gods mercy, as a green olive tree in the house of god ps. Why was the book of revelation written later than the rest of the bible. The first four seals represent trends and plagues that have been continuing and intensifying through the years to our day. The first angel sounded his trumpet, and after this in v. There was a second tree as well, the tree of the knowledge of good and evil gen. To him that overcometh will i give to eat of the tree of life which is in the midst of the paradise of god. The apostle who wrote the book of hebrews called it a word of exhortation. Book of revelation is key to understanding the message of the book. Blessed is he whoheedsthe words of the prophecy of this book. These are the acknowledged experts in the new testament, and yet they still cannot come to a consensus of opinion.
The symbolism of the two olive trees and two lampstands is encountered in a slightly different arrangement in the book of zechariah. Be sure to look up and read these scriptures and surrounding passages in your bible. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 8 by the physical attributes of that progenerated from those bringing such an action. The book of revelationa revealing of the futureis history written in advance. Shane hopes to simplify the book so that you can deliver a blessing to those who read it. Revelation overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by e. The tree of life revelation 22 revelation made clear. Throughout the bible, gods righteous saints are referred to as trees. To him who overcomes, i will give to eat from the tree of life, which is in the midst. The book of revelation asv american standard version. A metaphor glossary for the book of revelation as one tool for greater understanding of the word of god. Most christians barely know their bibles at all, so its.
This is part one of a series of teachings on the book of revelation. In the bible outside of genesis, the term tree of life appears in proverbs 3. As i went back, i saw on the bank of the river very many trees on the one side and. Click to listen to an audio recording of this article, read by the author. Jan 02, 2020 in the description of the two witnesses, john says, they are the two olive trees and the two lampstands, and they stand before the lord of the earth.
The parallelism is weaker when we instead deal with a tree and a book. The main problem with this book of the bible is that a sinister organization have murdered millions of trees and resold our brothers and sisters by the page, then waved it around to threaten anyone with some kind of cryptic doomsday who comes within earshot of them. Sep 01, 20 pastor steven anderson the book of revelation. The four corners of the earth, for instance, stand for the four cardinal directions. Scripture provides the following clue to the identity of the two witnesses. During the millennium, the leaves of the trees near the river will provide for the. A description of tropes appearing in book of revelation. Revelation 22 nasb the river and the tree of life then bible. The tree of life is a term mentioned in the hebrew bible. As adam was offered the divine life if he would eat of the. The reason an early greek scribe may have changed book to tree may be because the tree of life is referred to just a few verses back in verse 14. The herds of cattle are perplexed because there is no pasture for them. 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 bible begins with the tree of life and ends with the tree of life. The apocalypse, or revelation to john, the last book of the bible, is one of the most difficult to understand because it abounds in unfamiliar and extravagant symbolism, which at best appears unusual to the modern reader. The definite article the is intended to denote a specific pair of olive trees see. Bullinger, has stood the test of tine as an incredible resource for the diligent student.
The book of revelation has revealed the fall of the. Illness would be a prerequisite to healing, and illness is of the curse. It describes in detail the events leading up to christs return, then tells us what will happen beyond that time. Mar 01, 2020 the book of revelation is the final book of the bible in which john the apostle outlined his visions of the end times. The symbolism in genesis of the tree of life finds its explanation and fulfillment in the gospel of john.
The words of this prophecy given in the book of revelation are trustworthy. All of the judgments god waited for in history are now poured out in the tribulation period which according to jesus and daniel lasts 7 years. Correctly understanding the symbols requires understanding and knowing our bibles backtofront. To him who overcomes, to him i will give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the paradise of god rev. The tree of life in the middle of all the trees in the garden of eden, there were two special trees. Home revelation bible study the tree of life revelation 22 brent kercheville in the first five verses of chapter 22 belong with the description of the bride, new jerusalem coming down from heaven, recorded in revelation 21. The tree of life he who has an ear, let him hear what the spirit says to the church many people use the word to denote the entire body of christians, and others to describe a certain denomination or group or even the physical building that christians gather in. There are certain symbols here in the opening of this chapter. I trust in the mercy of god for ever and ever jeremiah 11. On each side of the river is the tree of life producing twelve kinds of fruit, yielding its fruit every month of the year.
In book of revelation is the fifth angel the first angel to. The leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. Introduction some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit.
Trees posted on may 21, 2012 7 comments decoding the symbolism st. The two witnesses of revelation, like joshua and zerubbabel, will have gods power flowing through them to accomplish gods work. Revelation 22 new american standard bible nasb the river and the tree of life. Who are the two witnesses in the book of revelation. These are the two olive trees, and the two candlesticks standing before the god of the earth. New heart english bible in the middle of its street.