The Revelation of St. John, vol. 1

by E. W. Hengstenberg

Publisher:

Robert Carter & Brothers

, 1852

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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Key Features

• 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

Contents

• 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)

Product Details

• Title: The Revelation of St. John, vol. 1
• Author: E. W. Hengstenberg
• Publisher: Robert Carter & Brothers
• Publication Date: 1852
• Pages: 589

About E. W. Hengstenberg

Ernst Wilhelm Theodor Herrmann Hengstenberg (October 20, 1802 – May 28, 1869), was a German Lutheran churchman and neo-Lutheran theologian. He was born at Frondenberg, a Westphalian village, and was educated by his father, who was a minister of the Reformed Church and head of the Frondenberg convent of canonesses (Fräuleinstift).