Overview
A plain-English guide to the most difficult book of the New Testament
The Book of Revelation details a dream-like vision of the apocalypse-the end times that bring the tribulation, the rapture, and the second coming of Christ. It is a central text to those evangelical Christians who believe that the end times are approaching-and the inspiration for the popular Left Behind novels, which have sold more than 62 million copies. This balanced, approachable guide walks readers through the symbolism and complexity of Revelation and helps them understand the book's inspiration and significance. Exploring the various ways people have interpreted Revelation over the centuries, it shows how to grasp the enduring messages of this mysterious book and apply them in daily life.
Publishers Description
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. You will understand what Revelation says about the past, present, and future, and how it relates to the rest of the Bible. You will learn how this mysterious book of the Bible fits into a historical context. You'll discover all kinds of interesting facts about the apostle John and learn about the details of his world. You will be able to choose a perspective for interpreting this book of the Bible and decipher the many haunting symbols. There is no need to read this reference guide from cover to cover; simply browse the table of contents or flip through the pages to find the answers and assistance that you need. Discover how to: - Interpret the prophecy of the Revelation
- Place it in historical context
- Understand how it relates to other books in the Bible
- Unravel the details of the apostle John's life and world
- Choose a perspective for understanding
- See the grander scheme of things
Complete with lists of the ten most commonly asked questions about end times and the ten rules of thumb for interpreting scripture, The Book of Revelation For Dummies will help you understand and decode one of the most perplexing books in the Bible! |
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