Revelation (The Two Horizons New Testament Commentary | THNTC)
Overview
The book of Revelation is perhaps the most theologically complex and literarily sophisticated—and also the most sensual—document in the New Testament. In this commentary John Christopher Thomas’s literary and exegetical analysis makes the challenging text of Revelation more accessible and easier to understand. Frank Macchia follows up with sustained theological essays on the book’s most significant themes and issues, accenting especially the underappreciated place of the Holy Spirit in the theology of Revelation.
For more from the Two Horizons commentary series, see here.
Key Features
- Discusses the literary structure and style of Revelation
- Features reflection on Revelation in relation to the New Testament
- Provides insights for students, pastors, scholars, as well as laity
Top Highlights
“The first sign conveys a sense of awe, the second a sense of ominous dread!” (Page 216)
“written to be heard while it was being read aloud (1:3)” (Page 2)
“most famous, and certainly most oft-cited, is the piece of graffiti found in Pompeii from sometime before” (Page 245)
“Jesus and the Spirit continually and consistently call for faithful witness from the churches” (Page 134)
“the Bread of Life, Jesus says, ‘The one who comes to me will never hunger, and the one” (Page 174)
Praise for the Print Edition
This is a welcome addition to recent literature on Revelation. It offers a multidimensional perspective on the book that gives special attention to its literary character and theological dimensions. By bringing the perspectives of a biblical scholar and a systematic theologian together, the commentary serves as an invitation for others to join in the dialogue about the interpretation and significance of Revelation’s visionary text.
—Craig Koester, Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN
An evocative, provocative theological commentary of first rank. Chris Thomas’s fine commentary is informed not only by his fluent reading of the sacred text and its many interpreters but also by his deep commitment to God’s people, especially of the Pentecostal communion. Frank Macchia’s complementary theological reflections are remarkable for their breadth and incisiveness in reading the church’s Scripture and tradition. Theirs is an intellectual achievement for the academy and a magisterial gift to the church.
—Robert W. Wall, Seattle Pacific University and Seminary
- Title: Revelation
- Authors: John Christopher Thomas, Frank D. Macchia
- Series: The Two Horizons New Testament Commentary
- Publisher: Eerdmans
- Print Publication Date: 2016
- Logos Release Date: 2017
- Pages: 692
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. N.T. Revelation › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 9780802825544, 0802825540
- Resource ID: LLS:TWOHOR87REV
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2023-05-15T15:39:32Z
About the Authors
John Christopher Thomas is Clarence J. Abbott Professor of Biblical Studies at Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Cleveland, Tennessee, and director of the Centre for Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies at Bangor University, Bangor, Wales.
Frank D. Macchia is professor of systematic and Pentecostal theology at Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, California, and associate director of the Centre for Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies at Bangor University.