The Revelation of St. John, vol. 1
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Overview
Biblical scholar E. W. Hengstenberg turns his attention to the book of Revelation in this commentary. Seeking not a typical rationalistic or traditional reading of this book, Hengstenberg provides a fresh exposition. He wrote this volume for anyone who wishes to read and understand Revelation, presenting a concise and highly readable commentary. Hengstenberg looks at the historical context, the thoughts of previous theologians, and the influence of the Old Testament. He also provides a comprehensive introduction, and a systematic reading and analysis of each chapter.
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- Provides a non-traditional commentary on the book of Revelation
- Presents a concise and highly readable exposition
- Examines historical context, thoughts from previous theologians, and the influence of the Old Testament
- Introduction—On the Time of the Composition of the Revelation
- The Superscription
- The Prologue (Ch. 1:1–3)
- This Seven Epistles (Ch. 1:4–3:22)
- Introduction to the Seven Epistles
- The Epistle to the Angel of the Church in Ephesus (Ch. 2:1–7)
- The Epistle to the Angel of the Church in Smyrna (Ch. 2:8–11)
- The Epistle to the Angel of the Church in Pergamos (Ch. 2:12–17)
- The Epistle to the Angel of the Church in Thyatira (Ch. 2:18–29)
- The Epistle to the Angel of the Church in Sardis (Ch. 3:1–6)
- The Epistle to the Angel of the Church in Philadelphia (Ch. 3:7–13)
- The Epistle to the Angel of the Church in Laodicea (Ch. 3:14–22)
- The Seven Seals (Ch. 4:1–8:1)
- The Seven Trumpets: Introductory Remarks (Ch. 8:2–11:19)
- The Interlude in Ch. 10:1–11:13
- The Three Enemies of God’s Kingdom (Ch. 12–14)
Top Highlights
“That the ascetical element should create no prejudice against the necessity of scientific inquiries is taken for granted; and I hope that no reproach will in this respect be cast on me.” (Pages iv–v)
- Title: The Revelation of St. John, vol. 1
- Author: E. W. Hengstenberg
- Publisher: Robert Carter & Brothers
- Publication Date: 1852
- Pages: 589
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg (1802–1869) was born in Germany. He was a philosopher, philologist, and a Lutheran theologian. Hengstenberg became a professor of theology at the University in Basel, Germany. He was known as a prolific writer and scholar.