Revelation 21 metaphysical bible interpretation truthunity. And he placed his right hand on me, saying, do not be afraid. Anyone whose name was not found written in the book of life. 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. May 04, 2012 of the three revelation passages given for funerals, this is the one chosen most often. I am the first and the last, 18 and the living one. Masses for the dead readings from the new testament. Revelation 21 a new heaven and a new earth 1 then i saw a new heaven and a new earth, a for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. Type of literature genre reading cycle two from a guide to good bible reading this is a study guide commentary, which means that you are responsible for your own interpretation of the bible. The earth and the sky fled from his presence and there was no place for them. Mar 10, 2017 a reading from the book of revelation.
Second reading second reading 4 a reading from the book of revelation revelation 21. To the thirsty i will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life. During the easter season, the first reading comes from the acts of the apostles or the book of revelation from new testament readings 1, 17, 18, or 19 in the reading ii section instead of one. Metaphysical bible interpretation of revelation chapter 21 metaphysically interpreting 21. Suggested funeral readings the following are lists of scriptures appropriate for use at catholic funeral liturgies. The revelation research foundation has completed work on a 3d version of ezekiels temple, utilizing the drawings of mr. Having described the origin and progress of evil in the world, the final overthrow of satan and his adherents, and the judgment when every man is rewarded according to his works, the seer now completes the whole by portraying the eternal bliss of the redeemed in heaven cf. The former heaven and the former earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. I am the alpha and the omega, the beginning and the end. He is married to the former peggy rutta and they have three children and six grandchildren. Your knowledge, king david wrote, of carmen, of each one of you, and me, is too deep.
A reading from the book of revelation then i, john, saw a new heaven and a new earth. Its rider held a bow, and he was given a crown, and he rode out as a conqueror bent on conquest. It is impossible to study one passage without looking at the book as a whole. During the easter season, the first reading comes from the acts of the apostles or the book of revelation from new testament readings 1, 17, 18, or 19 in the reading ii section instead of one of the readings from the old testament. But here, in the vision that was given to john on the island of patmos, it is the first heaven and earth that have passed away. Then i heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, come. An episode of the coffee cup commentaries podcast on ancient faith radio. I saw the holy city, the new jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from god, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. He has earned degrees from east texas baptist college, southwestern baptist theological seminary, and trinity evangelical divinity school and has done postgraduat. State the central theme of the entire book in your own words.
Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. And i saw the holy city, the new jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from god, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. Of the three revelation passages given for funerals, this is the one chosen most often. Masses for the dead readings from the new testament during. I saw the dead, the great and the lowly, standing before the throne. Christines book the revelation of jesus christ revealed, based on these studies but greatly expanded, is now available at revelation revealed online. I also saw the holy city, a new jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from. Come explore the works of temple scholar frank shallieu. The former heaven and the former earth had passed away,and the sea was no more. That interpretation carrieth on the history in order. A voice from heaven said there will be no more delay, but in the days when the seventh angel is to blow his trumpet, the mystery of god will be fulfilled, as he announced to his servants the prophets. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title. I saw a large white throne and the one who was sitting on it. A reading from the book of revelation i, john, saw a new heaven and a new earth.
You may also be interested in reading the book extras and joining in on the discussion. I saw the dead, the great and the lowly, standing before the throne, and scrolls were opened. Revelation 67 new international version niv the seals. I also saw the holy city, a new jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from god, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. Recapitulation has already been seen between the seals, trumpets, and bowls. I, john, saw a large white throne and the one who was sitting on it. One reading is chosen from each the old testament, the new testament, and the gospels.
Revelation 20 21 english standard version esv the thousand years. Death and hades were thrown into lake of fire and along with those not found in book of life 1415 new heaven and new earth. Revelation 2021 esv the thousand years then i saw an. Revelation 20 english standard version bibleserver.
Revelation 21 new international version niv biblica. Many have wondered if the third temple will ever be built. I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, behold, gods dwelling is with the human race. Then i saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. The second coming of christ in revelation 19 is repeated in different language in rev. Other times of the liturgical year, these passages would be proclaimed as the new testament selectionafter the psalm. Mclarty king solomon got it right when he said, where there is no revelation, the people cast. Here, the term doesnt speak so much of death, as it points us to eternal life.
We often think of the term pass away in connection with death. Holy bible, new international version, niv copyright. I also saw the holy city, a new jerusalem, coming down out. Therefore, read the entire biblical book at one sitting. A reading from the book of revelation i, john, saw a large white throne and the one who was sitting on it. I also saw the holy city, a new jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from god, prepared as a. Unsaved is consigned to second death 8 divisions main blocks of thought division.
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