WHY was the Book of Revelation written?

Question

I have to answer this question for Religion class. And my teacher is strict please help. THANKS!

Answer 1

Hello Smile,
John wrote the Book of Revelation while he was in Roman custody at the Isle of Patmos. He was unable to get it to the churches without writing it in Apocalyptic Writings. His message was to encourage the churches that the Romans who were torturing and murderring them would eventually lose everything and that GOD saw their sacrifices. The writings were NOT a Revelation of the End of the Earth but the end of the Roman Empire. Have a great evening/weekend and a wonderful LORD's DAY.
Thanks,
Eds, A simple Christian


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Answer 2

The book of Revelation is a prophecy. It tells of things to come and how the end times (not end of the world) will take place. It is meant to prepare you as a follower of Jesus. It forewarns you of what to expect and tells you what you need to do.


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From the above link:

The Apocalypse, the closing book and the only prophetical book of the New Testament canon.

The author of this book was undoubtedly John the apostle. His name occurs four times in the book itself (1:1, 4, 9; 22:8), and there is every reason to conclude that the "John" here mentioned was the apostle.

In a manuscript of about the twelfth century he is called "John the divine," but no reason can be assigned for this appellation.

The date of the writing of this book has generally been fixed at A.D. 96, in the reign of Domitian. There are some, however, who contend for an earlier date, A.D. 68 or 69, in the reign of Nero. Those who are in favor of the later date appeal to the testimony of the Christian father Irenaeus, who received information relative to this book from those who had seen John face to face. He says that the Apocalypse "was seen no long time ago."

As to the relation between this book and the Gospel of John, it has been well observed that...

"the leading ideas of both are the same. The one gives us in a magnificent vision, the other in a great historic drama, the supreme conflict between good and evil and its issue. In both Jesus Christ is the central figure, whose victory through defeat is the issue of the conflict.

In both the Jewish dispensation is the preparation for the gospel, and the warfare and triumph of the Christ is described in language saturated with the Old Testament. The difference of date will go a long way toward explaining the difference of style."

Answer 3

The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave John to show his servants what must soon take place. This book is filled with mysteries and things to come. It is the final warning that the world will surely end and judgment will be certain. It gives us a tiny glimpse of Heaven and all of the glories awaiting we who keep our robes white. Revelation takes us through the great tribulation with all the woes and the final fire that all unbelievers will face for eternity. The book reiterates the fall of Satan and the doom he and his angels are bound for. We are shown the duties of all creatures and angels of heaven and the promises of the saints that will live forever and ever with Jesus in the New Jerusalem. I, like John, cannot find the words to describe what I read in the book of Revelation.
Key Verses: Revelation 1:19, "Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later."

Revelation 13:16-17, "He also forced everyone, small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on his right hand or on his forehead, so that no one could buy or sell unless he had the mark, which is the name of the beast or the number of his name."

Revelation 19:11, "I saw heaven standing open and there before me was a white horse, whose rider is called Faithful and True. With justice he judges and makes war."

Revelation 20:11, "Then I saw a great white throne and him who was seated on it. Earth and sky fled from his presence, and there was no place for them."

Revelation 21:1, "Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea."

Answer 4

This question is answered in the very first chapter and verse of the book of Revelation:"...to show his slaves the things that must shortly take place." This thrilling book of the Bible brings the divine record to a happy climax. Yes, happy! The Author of the Bible is described as “the happy God,” who entrusts “glorious good news” to those who love him. He wants us to be happy too. Thus, at the outset Revelation assures us: “Happy is he who reads aloud and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and who observe the things written in it; for the appointed time is near" In its final chapter we are told: “Happy is anyone observing the words of the prophecy of this scroll.”—1 Timothy 1:11; Revelation 1:3; 22:7. We do so by searching out the meaning of its vivid signs, or symbols, and acting in harmony therewith. Mankind’s turbulent history will soon reach a catastrophic climax, as God and Jesus Christ execute judgment on today’s wicked system, replacing it with “a new heaven and a new earth,” where even “death will be no more.” (Revelation 21:1, 4) All of us want to live in such a new world, in true peace and security. We can if we build up our faith through study of God’s Word, including the stirring prophecy of Revelation.

Answer 5

Jesus commanded that John write it.
The cited scripture also reveals why it was written, and finally, it gives an outline for the Book.

Revelation 1:19
Write the things which thou hast seen, and the things which are, and the things which shall be hereafter;

additionally:
2 Timothy 3:16
ALL scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.

2 Peter 1:19
We have also a MORE SURE WORD OF PROPHECY; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts:
20 Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation.
21 For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.

Answer 6

It was written for the anointed Christian's those who's hope is a heavenly calling. John tells us that number is limited to 144,000 of anointed Christians also called the little flock.
Jesus told John that there was a Great Crowd of Witnesses which no man was able to number who would survive the coming great tribulation.
The book of Revelation was written for their behalf, to strengthen them and to prepare them for what was ahead.
We are living in those Last Days, the time is very short.
Thanks to a remnant of anointed ones here on earth today, those of us who have the privilege of becoming part of the Great Crowd of Witnesses understand Revelation and look forward to the finale.

Answer 7

The father and I have the same train of thought - when we start something - we like to know how things are going to end! If the book of revelation were not written or left out of the book it would leave everyone wondering how everything comes to a final end? Now we have a bit more understanding what to expect!!AMEN

Answer 8

Everything that was written in the Book of Revelation was shown to John by Jesus Christ in a vision. This book was an account of what he saw.
The reason for it was to show what is to come in the last days, so to prepare the world for the coming events and give us signs as to when Jesus Christ would return.

Answer 9

Revelation is the book of consummation. In it, the divine program of redemption is brought to fruition, and the holy name of God is vindicated before all creation. Although there are numerous prophecies in the Gospels and Epistles. Revelation is the only New Testament book that focuses primarily on prophetic events. Its title means "unveiling" or "disclosure". Thus, the book is an unveiling of the character and program of GOD, Penned by John during his exile on the island of Patmos. It is to show us of things to come.

God Bless You.

Answer 10

Because there were a bunch of blank pages left in the back of the book, so some smart *** scribe thought he'd screw with the Christians wrote revelations in.

Think about it, all of the bible, up to revelations is written pretty plainly (for the time), when suddenly in revelations it gets all mumbo-jumbo and hard to follow. No matter how many times you read it, it NEVER makes sense. It's like reading something written by a stoned, depressed, drama queen.