{"product_id":"the-book-of-revelation-for-dummies-isbn-9780470045213","title":"The Book of Revelation For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eDecode one of the most complex books in the Bible!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAre you baffled by the Book of Revelation? Understand the purpose, key themes, and symbolism of the most fascinating book in the Bible with \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Revelation For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, an easy-to-understand guide that will help you grasp the enduring messages of Revelation and apply them to your life. You will understand what Revelation says about the past, present, and future, and how it relates to the rest of the Bible. \u003cp\u003eYou will learn how this mysterious book of the Bible fits into a historical context. You’ll discover all kinds of interesting facts about the apostle John and learn about the details of his world. You will be able to choose a perspective for interpreting this book of the Bible and decipher the many haunting symbols. There is no need to read this reference guide from cover to cover; simply browse the table of contents or flip through the pages to find the answers and assistance that you need. Discover how to:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eInterpret the prophecy of the Revelation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace it in historical context\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand how it relates to other books in the Bible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnravel the details of the apostle John’s life and world\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a perspective for understanding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSee the grander scheme of things\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplete with lists of the ten most commonly asked questions about end times and the ten rules of thumb for interpreting scripture, \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Revelation\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eFor Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e will help you understand and decode one of the most perplexing books in the Bible!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Revealing the End of the Biblical Story 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: One Man’s Visions, All Humans’ Fate 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Setting the Stage: The Apostle John and the World in Which He Lived 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: The Prequels: Prophecies throughout the Bible 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Interpreting the Book of Revelation 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Choosing a Perspective for Understanding Revelation 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Deciphering Symbols with Your Secret Decoder Ring 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Taking a Grand Tour of the Book of Revelation 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Setting Up the Scope of the Book (1:1–20) 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Reading the Seven Letters to Conflicted Churches (1:19–3:22) 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Peeking into the Throne Room (4:1–5:14) 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Breaking Seven Seals (6:1–8:1) 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Sounding Seven Trumpets (8:2–11:19) 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: A Woman, a Dragon, Two Beasts, and More! (12:1–14:20) 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Seven Angels, Seven Bowls, and a Final Smackdown (15:1–18:24) 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Coming of the Kingdom (19:1–20:15) 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Seeing the New Jerusalem and a Triumphant Church (21:1–22:6) 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Promising to Return (22:6–21) 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: The Part of Tens 303\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Ten Common Questions about the End Times 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Ten Tips for Interpreting Scripture and Prophecy 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Glossary 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 325\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eDr. Larry R. Helyer:\u003c\/b\u003e Larry is Professor of Biblical Studies at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana. He received his doctorate in New Testament from Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, California. He pastored Baptist churches in Portland, Oregon, and Sun Valley, California, before moving to the Midwest and teaching biblical studies at Taylor University for 28 years. He has taught a wide range of Bible courses covering both the Old and New Testaments and Jewish literature of the Second Temple. Larry has traveled extensively in the land of the Bible and lived in Israel for a year during his student days at Jerusalem University College.\u003cbr\u003e Larry is author of two books, \u003ci\u003eYesterday, Today, and Forever: The Continuing Relevance of the Old Testament\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eExploring Jewish Literature of the Second Temple Period: A Guide for New Testament Students\u003c\/i\u003e. Larry has authored numerous journal and dictionary articles on biblical and theological subjects and has just finished a book on New Testament theology. He was the initial translator of 2 Samuel for the \u003ci\u003eHolman Christian Standard Bible.\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard Wagner:\u003c\/b\u003e Rich is author of \u003ci\u003eThe Expeditionary Man, The Myth of Happiness, The Gospel Unplugged,\u003c\/i\u003e and several \u003ci\u003eFor Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e books, including \u003ci\u003eC. S. Lewis \u0026amp; Narnia For Dummies, Christianity For Dummies,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eChristian Prayer For Dummies.\u003c\/i\u003e He has been a guest on Christian radio programs across the country discussing Christian discipleship issues as well as C.S. Lewis.\u003cbr\u003e Richard has served in church leadership and teaching roles for more than a dozen years. Rich graduated with a bachelor of arts degree from Taylor University and pursued graduate studies at The American University in Washington, DC. Rich lives in New England with his wife and three sons. 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