From cambridge english corpus it also would have highlighted the interrelationships, rather than the fairly esoteric distinctions, between these areas of discourse studies. Esoteric teachings and revelations volume 1 universal. These videos will be contained in a playlist called the book of revelation study aid. Nov 09, 2015 warnings of the last days from god christian short film the days of noah have come duration. The book of revelation, often called the revelation to john, or the apocalypse of john, is a book of the new testament that occupies a central place in christian eschatology.
The book of revelation is the only apocalyptic document in the new testament canon although there are short apocalyptic passages in various places in the gospels and the epistles, and an extended apocalyptic passage in the book of daniel in the old testament. Life on earth is specifically planned to assist human beings to become god beings. Book of revelation secret prophecies occult physics. Few today would contest the claim that the book of revelation stands as one of the most controversial, complicated, and esoteric books in the new testament canon. Download spiritual lectures and courses gnostic teachings. Crime is ten times as bad as it was in the good old days. The book of revelation, properly reveilings, cannot even be approximately explained without some knowledge of astrology. It is a greek word meaning revelation it does not mean horror or violence of any kind. It was not tampered with, as were many of the other book within the bible, because those who sought to control the masses did not understand it enough to make changes. An allegorical interpretation of the book of revelation as a guide to living the spiritual life, rather than as a prophecy of the end of the world.
This book shows how christ is lord over everything. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show to his servants what must soon take place. John, which is a crytic and mystical scripture at the very end of the christian bible. Cayce revealed that the book of revelation is the symbolic story of how humanity in general and a human in particular attains this manifestation of the divine. As a document written by initiates of the secret doctrine and for initiates of the secret doctrine, revelation is an esoteric treatise of kabbalah and alchemy, and. Returning the book of revelation to its historical context. The book of revelation can guide us through troubling times.
The real meaning of the bibles book of revelation is a popular, ongoing debate. When i started preaching from the perspective of the revelation of jesus aspect, people began coming. Both testaments can be divided into history instruction prophecy revelation is the only book of prophecy in the new testament. Jul 17, 2012 i t is most important to realize that the book of revelation is purely spiritual symbolism and not prophecy at all. 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. Interpreting the book of revelation as an allegory of living the. A strange vision given to john of a world racked by geophysical upheaval and spiritual transformation, it is a book cloaked in allegory and metaphor. Revelation is the symbolic testimony of humanitys restoration to heaven and paradise regained. Edgar cayce on the book of revelation the afterlife. This is because in the end good triumphed in the seemingly unending cosmic battle between the forces of good and evil. And the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born.
However, it is still very difficult to understand with that background. Esoteric based revelations bring an awakening, reawakening and or a release from a certain mindful hold over a subject, dilemma or assumed fact. In all its uses, revelation refers to something or someone, once hidden, becoming visible. Esoteric definition in the cambridge english dictionary.
Interpreting the book of revelation as an allegory of living. I had assumed that the book would focus on the relatively esoteric technique of using a videolink to interview patients. We need only read the opening words to feel the esoteric character of this book. Johns book of revelation, the apocalypse, has been subjected to countless theological and academic interpretations over the years, usually based on theories and abstract speculations. The revelation of jesus christ, which god granted him, to show to his servants. How to interpret the secret meaning of the book of revelation how to interpret the secret meanings in the book of revelation how to better understand the coming events revelations of awareness 9617 no. H ave you read the word wormwood in the book of revelation or elsewhere in the old testament. Mark hicks austin, texas october 2010 vi metaphysical bible interpretation acts to revelation. Apr 08, 2018 this blog is dedicated to defining all of the symbolism in revelation all the metaphors, idioms, enigmas and esoteric imagery. In the book of revelation, john records a vision he experiences.
It is associated with fire coming down from heaven but is not understood in the right context. Very important we note this and realize we cannot study revelation in the same way we study the book of romans. As with all prophecies the revelation also is not easily understood. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. 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 revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a wonderful book in which we find the completion of gods ways up to eternal glory. In fact, a whole book has been written about cayces interpretation of revelation. It is a purely esoteric work, largely referring to woman, her intuition, her spiritual powers, and all she represents. The book is also written to all believers everywhere. Introduction to the book of revelations of st john. The word apocalypse is not found anywhere in the bible.
Perhaps it should come as no surprise, then, that its reception by the early church was equally complicated and controversial. It helps us find a peaceful place within ourselves to observe what is really happening. 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. Youll find four major interpretive approaches to the book of revelation that can help you read, understand, and figure out the apocalyptic letter of john. One interesting description presented in revelation is the figure 666.
Please let me know how this material can be improved. Those churches were in ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira, sardis, philadephia, and laodicea. The symbolism in book of revelation mike blume ministries. The importance of the book of revelation is twofold. Apocalypticism was not a new phenomenon among christians. These discussions are intended in part to demystify the book of revelation, which possibly remains the most misunderstood of all the new testament books. Metaphysical bible interpretation acts to revelation. Now in the esoteric realm there are several code words which are often used to imply a conjunction. John morley once said to the priestswe shall not attack you, we shall explain you. How to interpret the secret meaning of the book of revelation. The esoteric connection book of revelation guidance for life. The book depicts him as the risen, glorified son of god ministering among the churches 1. The book of revelation, a free online course gnostic teachings. The book of revelation is addressed to believers, his servants, of the churches in seven cities of the roman province of asia.
The book of revelation the book of revelation, a free online course this free online course reveals how you can discover the true meaning of the revelation or apoclaypse of st. Jan 27, 2020 the book of revelation can guide us through troubling times. The book of revelation is the book of hope in spite of all those fearful sceneries and mysteries described in it. The world is destined to terrible destruction in the next few years. What this book reveals or unveils is jesus christ in glory. Introduction to the book of revelations of st john 3.
Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. The answer readily presents itself upon consideration of the esoteric text commonly referred to as the pistis sophia, previously introduced in the first essay of my. As the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth 1. Chapters 5 and 6 depict him as the lamb slain before the foundation of the world who has power to undo the seals and open the book of god. Rather, it is a book of mystical teaching, relating especially to the esoteric experiences of the evolving consciousness. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Cayces symbolic interpretation about the book of revelation can be contained in a book all by itself.
In the book of revelation, the apocalyptic hopes of the early christian community find their clearest and most complete expression. Its title is derived from the first word of the text, written in koine greek. After researching church history, i found that the message jesus left to his church in his revelation, is locked up in the symbolism. Concealment and revelation is a very good book if you have background in the subject of esotericism and the debate over it in the medieval ages. Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. The reader is expected to come away with the recognition that revelation is not merely an esoteric record of a mystical vision. The esoteric meaning of the book of revelation dorothy leon on. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. As for amazon, they shipped it to me on time, and it was in perfectly new condition.
Rudolf steiner, however, discussed the book of revelation through direct experience and knowledge of the spiritual truths contained in johns mysterious imagery. Pursuing the climate of acceptance and inclusion ravi zacharias at ucla. Mar 19, 2020 i give an esoteric analysis of revelation chapter 1. Revelation is first and foremost a revelation about jesus christ 1.
Revelation 1 metaphysical bible interpretation truthunity. The second part of revelation 12, verse 4, then has the following. This interpretation is based upon the angels explanation of the beast in revelation 17. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online.
As a document written by initiates of the secret doctrine and for initiates of the secret doctrine, revelation is an esoteric treatise of kabbalah and alchemy, and can only be understood in light of those ancient sciences and in combination with meditation. Revelations four horses of the apocalypse esoteric meanings. The pale horse presented a pallid ghostly appearance. The esoteric connection reflections on the book of revelation. Most christians believe that the book of revelation refers to events which are to take place in the future, but this view may be only partially right. A true revelation allows the pranic mental hold to be exposed thus allowing the student a release from its spiritual deadlock or involutionary impasse.
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