Lds book of revelation

Book of mormon fhe lesson abinadi and standing for truth. One of our most fascinating exercises in scriptural interpretation is to study the book of revelation, to ponder its truths, and to discover. In the november 20, 1999 issue of the lds church news p. Rns what the lds curriculum attempts to do with revelation reflects our own mecentered, therapeutic era. The english word revelation is translated from a greek word apocalypse, meaning to make known or uncover. Examples of passages that reflect the temple are these this list modified from niv cultural backgrounds study bible page 2230. The spirit of revelation is available to every person who receives by proper priesthood authority the saving ordinances of baptism by immersion for the r. In the revelation recorded in section 3 of the doctrine and covenants, is recorded the prediction that the gospel would be taken to every nation, tongue, and kindred by mormon missionaries. The gospel was restored and the lds church formally organized in 1830 with just six members. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. Gods judgments during the tribulation are pictured as seven seals, opened one at a time. Revelation the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. By the time the writings that are now included in the new testament were assembled in their present form, three letters and one gospel were also attributed to john.

The woes pronounced by the trumpets in revelation chapter 8 and 9 do. Revelation 9 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. Mcconkie gave seven keys for interpreting the book of revelation and numerous suggestions on how to. Lds believe the rapture will occur simultaneously with the second coming of christ. Lds believe the rapture will occur posttribulation and prewrath. They are two prophets that are to be raised up to the jewish nation in the last days, at the time of the restoration, and to prophesy to the jews after they are gathered and have built the city of jerusalem in the land of their fathers. The book of revelation made easier in bible lds bookstore. 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. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text. Joseph smith said, the book of revelation is one of the plainest books god ever. Use latterday revelation to expand our understanding of the book. See more ideas about bible, jesus is coming and prophetic art.

It rules over every tribe and people and tongue and nation, so it is greater than a single national government. Listen to this report filed by john in the seventh chapter of revelation. Religious studies center, brigham young university, 2009, 27189. Insights from the book of mormon, religious educator, no. The number 7 is significant in revelation, and the three woes will come toward the end of the sevenyear tribulation period right before the second coming of christ. The only additions in their version of the king james version of the bible is in the form of footnotes and reference information. We are to understand that it contains the revealed will, mysteries, and the works of god. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1. This revelation was given to him by god the father. Four keys for seeing the book of revelation as a book of revelation the prophet joseph smiths sermon on the meaning of the beasts of revelation helps us with several passages. We provide photos showing the differences between the book of commandments and the doctrine and covenants and highlight the timing of changes. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. Examples of how latterday revelation helps us better understand the book of revelation.

This is in contrast to apocrypha, which connotes covered or concealed. A comparison of revelation book 1 with the book of commandments and with the 1835 doctrine and covenants indicates that revelation book 1 is a relatively comprehensive collection of revelations. Through modern revelation, mormons know that there will be. The seventh seal reveals the seven trumpet judgments. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Divine revelation is one of the grandest concepts and principles of the gospel of jesus christ, for without it, man could not know of the things of god and could not be saved with any degree of salvation in the eternities. Brother wilcox is widely known for his work at byu and as a speaker and an author.

Overview of the book of revelation the church of jesus christ of. Upon jesus return, believers will meet him in the air while the earth is burned and will then return and accompany him in his millennial reign on a paradisaical. What the lds curriculum generally attempts to do with revelation is a fascinating reflection of our own mecentered, therapeutic era. If that is considered adding to the bible, then most denominations are guilty. 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. The second coming does not usher in the millennial era. Many times, the lords involvement with his children takes the form of significant dreams and visions. The vision of the blowing of the seven trumpets of revelation 811 should be understood against the background of the old testament. The wild beast with seven heads introduced at revelation. The lord in effect said to peter that this knowledge that jesus was the christ did not come to him from mortal men or from the reasoning or learning of men, but by revelation from on high, that is, direct, divine revelation of the divinity of the master. The seven trumpets are the contents of the seventh seal judgment, in that the seventh seal summons the angels who sound the trumpets revelation 8.

Some of the important themes that come from this sacred text include jesus christ, the last days, the second coming, good versus evil, gods judgments against. After these things i looked, and behold, a great multitude which no one could number, of all nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues, standing before the throne and before the lamb, clothed with white robes, with palm branches in their hands revelation 7. Book of revelation mormonism, the mormon church, beliefs. Truths about him and his final victory, that the rest of scripture merely allude to, become clearly visible through revelation about jesus christ see historical and theological themes.

Wilcox may have sounded familiar to many latterday saints when he was announced as a member of the new young men general presidency in general conference, and rightly so. Understanding images and symbols in the book of revelation. The first five seals described in the book of revelation are dealt with in 11 verses see revelation 6. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. Through the witness of the book of mormon and prophetic revelation, the gospel offers great answers to ageold questions of the soul. Members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints believe that god is the same yesterday, today. Revelation 1 the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. At the time that john was exiled by rome to patmos. Revelation 810 the seven trumpets and the little book. Applying the best available sources of commentary from a variety of scholars, donald and jay parry show that the book of revelation is meant for us to understand. What do we learn about the temple in the book of revelation. For some parts of the book of revelation, joseph smith, first prophet of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, often inadvertently called the. In other words, the blowing of the seven trumpets is an important series of interventions by god on behalf of his people.

Now you can appreciate the book of revelation as never before. Lds discussions examines the changes to revelations joseph smith claimed to receive, and why the changes were made. What are we to understand by the book which john saw, which was sealed on the back with seven seals. The book of revelation was written in the first century a. The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. With brief, easy to understand versebyverse notes, renowned educator and seasoned gospel scholar david j. The book of revelation, part 1 the challenges of the seven churches. The 144,000 in the book of revelation david jeremiah blog. The book of revelation, also called revelation to john or apocalypse of john is the last canonical book of the new testament in the bible. How do mormons interpret the warning in revelation about.

It does not seem to have been the lords purpose to arrange every aspect of the book of revelation in strict chronological order. Helping young people connect the dots lds living the name bradley r. Lds come follow me revelation 111 dec 9 15 book of revelation made simple this weeks lesson is the book of revelation dont panic. Revelation the dragon, two beasts, and the mark lds.

It is the only biblical book that is wholly composed of apocalyptic literature. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Draper, understanding images and symbols in the book of revelation, shedding light on the new testament. The book of mormon is a separate book taking place on a different continent. It contains 64 of the 65 items published in the 1833 book of commandments, 11. In this new study guide, the authors examine the book of revelation phrase by phrase, including the actual scripture passages and revealed corrections from the joseph smith translation. Know that the book of revelation deals with things that are to occur after new testament times, particularly in the last days. Joseph smith said, the book of revelation is one of the plainest books god ever caused to be written. What is to be understood by the two witnesses, in the eleventh chapter of revelation. The book of revelation points the cluedin readers mind to the patterns of god found in the temple. Continuous revelation provides individual latter day saints with a testimony, described by richard bushman as one of the most potent words in.

Joseph smith, the first prophet of this, the last dispensation of time before the second coming of christ, had questions about some of the symbolism in the book of revelation, and he took them to the lord. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Yet the book of revelation need not remain closed, at least for latterday saints who accept modern revelation. Hence, the book of revelation has perpetual relevance to the humble followers of jesus. Book of revelation overview church of jesus christ. Latter day saints teach that the latter day saint movement began with a revelation from god. The bible dictionary of the lds edition of the king james bible places the. Ezra taft benson spoke concerning the pride of man the monsters in this chapter are not satan but the result of the unbridled work of satan within establishments, cultural. A message to the latterday saints from the book of revelation. During this period, satans kingdom, designated as babylon, will spread seemingly without resistance. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. The book of revelation is clear that, for a time, the latterday saints will have to face these conditions with courage and faith. Reviewed in the united kingdom on december 7, 2012.