The Book of Revelation

by Clarence Larkin

Clarence Larkin's examination of The Book of Revelation stands as one of the most detailed commentaries ever created, made unique by the large tables and illustrations. As with his other intensive examinations, Clarence Larkin sets out to clarify the many mysterious chapters and verses for the benefit of Christians seeking greater insight and knowledge of the holy text. Using his own system of organization, Larkin dispenses the various messages and meanings behind the Book of Revelation clearly. Throughout this superb work of Bible study, all explanations and assertions are supported by quotations of the scripture. The principle lessons and stories of Revelation each receive scrutiny, while the various Sevens - the Seven Dooms, Seven Personages, Seven Last Plagues, and so on, are explained in enlightening and authoritative detail. The culmination of more than twenty-five years of study, it is no exaggeration to say that Larkin's explanations of The Book of Revelation contain a life's work. Popular among Christians when first published in 1919, Larkin's detailed texts retain a devoted following to this day, while some of his greatest works were posthumously published in the late 1920s. This edition presents all of the famous charts and illustrations which Larkin originally appended to his examination of Revelation. These diagrams set Clarence Larkin apart from other commentators of the Bible, being as they are meticulous in detail, offering a visualization of some of the densest and most impenetrable passages in the Bible. The reader is advised to use a magnifying glass; some of the tables contain text in small print.

Genres: Christian, Theology

183 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Breanna Parker · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great Bible teacher

Incredible connections as prophecy becomes history it is then ready to see and believe how prophecy will unfold for that which must still soon take place. I don't agree with everything he says, at the same time it is understandable since as we draw nearer to Christ's return prophecy in the Bible does say we will increase in knowledge, so people living today have learned and increased in knowledge from when Clarence Larkin wrote this. That said, as a dispensational teacher, his break down of Revelation is required reading and has stood the test of time as just about everything is spot on.

[Darryl Updegrove · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting perspectives from roughly 100 years ago. Interesting to see how pur environment, learning, technology impact our interpretation of scripture and prophecy. Gets a little weird in the end with interpretation of Revelation 21 and 22.

[Lorilyn Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book

I can't believe this guy lived so long ago. What amazing insights. I want to meet him on the other side.

[Sally the Salamander · Rating 1 out of 5]

An influential text that is borderline schizophrenic in some of its readings and claims. Was a part of the foundation for a theologically incorrect, almost cult-like school of Protestant thought that has been used to justify Zionism, American intervention and forever wars in the Middle East, and countless atrocities committed by Israel against their neighbors. The damage that dispensationalism has done to not only Protestantism but the globe as a whole probably can't be overstated.

While Larkin does draw upon/reference the Bible often in this work, it's ultimately his opinion of how complex biblical prophecies should be interpreted. This study consists of Larkin pointing to specific passages and saying, "this is what this means," without any real justification or explanation of how he arrived at these conclusions. Larkin decides at whim what should be interpreted symbolically and what should be interpreted literally.

Like dispensationalists as a whole, Larkin approaches the Bible from an inherently incorrect position, reading Zionism into scripture by misinterpreting Abrahamic promises and Paul/Christ's teachings on Israel (Matthew 3, Romans 11, Ephesians 2) instead of interpreting these passages in their very clear and obvious meaning. That meaning is that non-believing Jews have been severed from the branch, and Christ-followers have been grafted on. This glaring, baffling misunderstanding of scripture undermines Larkin's entire interpretation of Revelation. Other aspects of this study, such as the propagation of the belief that Christians will be raptured up prior to the end times, or that one can break Revelation down into neat little periods or date ranges, aren't so dangerous but don't have much scriptural backing.

[Sheatina Sparks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent for Study or for Learning more.

I have read much of Larkin’s works and I’m always in awe at the way he explains the Bible. He writes more in story form. It’s not a very hard to read
book. As well as all his other writings, this one was hard to put down. He has a way of making the scriptures come alive with such clarity.
People of all ages that want to learn more about and study the book of The Revelation should just get on this right away.

[Chet · Rating 3 out of 5]

So having decided to tackle the Book Of Revelation, I read this book as a companion/guide while listening to the The Great Courses: The Apocalypse - Controversies and Meanings in Western History. Larkin does a good job of explaining and interpreting each statement in Book Of Revelation, referencing prior books of the Bible and other prophecies, especially The Book of Daniel. There are also many charts and diagrams to assist the reader. As the Book of Revelation is heavy on imagery, symbolism and interpretation, I found this book very helpful in pulling me through and gaining a better understanding.

Students of The Bible will most likely get more out of this book than the casual reader (which I consider myself to be). For me, this was an excellent reference guide and could be something to refer back to in the future.

[Lindon Gareis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Old school illustration that will bring the word alive...

[N · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn't put the book down...

This is the best book on Revelation that I've ever picked up to read. It has solid scriptural explanations for the points the author makes.

[Aunidan Christi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting

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