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Revelation 10:11
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- Adam Clarke
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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Thou must prophesy again - Thou must write, not only for the instruction of the Jews in Palestine, but of those in the different provinces, as well as the heathens and heathen emperors and potentates in general. The reader will find, on comparing this chapter with Daniel 8:1-27; Dan 12:1-13, and Ezekiel 2:1-3:27, that there are several things similar in both; and the writer of the Apocalypse appears to keep these two prophets continually in view. I must once more say that I do not understand these prophecies, therefore I do not take upon me to explain them. I see with regret how many learned men have mistaken their way here. Commentators, and even some of the most modern, have strangely trifled in these solemn things; all trumpets, vials, woes, etc., are perfectly easy to them; yet from their descriptions, none get wise either to common sense or to the things that make for their peace. On the same ground I cannot admit the interpretation that is given of the word χρονος, translated time in Rev 10:6, which some have construed into an artificial period of 1,111 years, which they term chronos; hence we have the chronos, half-chronos, and non-chronos. Bengel has said much on these points, but to very little purpose; the word in the above place seems to signify delay simply, and probably refers to the long-suffering of God being ended in reference to Jerusalem; for I all along take for probable that this book was written previously to the destruction of that city.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
he said--A, B, and Vulgate read, "they say unto me"; an indefinite expression for "it was said unto me." Thou must--The obligation lies upon thee, as the servant of God, to prophesy at His command. again--as thou didst already in the previous part of this book of Revelation. before, &c.--rather as Greek (epilaois), "concerning many peoples," &c., namely, in their relation to the Church. The eating of the book, as in Ezekiel's case, marks John's inauguration to his prophetical office--here to a fresh stage in it, namely, the revealing of the things which befall the holy city and the Church of God--the subject of the rest of the book. Next: Revelation Chapter 11
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he said unto me,.... That is, the angel, from whom John received the little book; the Alexandrian copy reads, "they said unto me": both the voice of God the Father from heaven, that bid him take the book, and the angel that bid him eat it: thou must prophesy again before many people, and nations, and tongues, and kings; which is to be understood not of John's preaching again to many people, and nations, after his return from his exile at Patmos, as he had done before his banishment thither; and much less of his prophesying along with Enoch and Elias, towards the end of the world, grounded upon two fabulous notions, the one that Enoch and Elias will appear in person before the coming of Christ, and the other, that John died not, but is still alive somewhere, and will continue till Christ's second coming; but rather of his delivering more prophecies out of the open little book; not "before", as we render it, but either "concerning" many people, nations, tongues, and kings, as the Syriac version renders it: or "against" them, that is, those people, multitudes, nations, and tongues, over which the whore of Babylon reigns, or has reigned, and the ten kings, and kings of the earth she rules over, Rev 17:12. Moreover, this may not so much design John's prophesying in person, as the prophesying: of the witnesses or ministers of the word in the several periods of time, whom John personated and represented; and of whom mention is made in the next chapter, to which this seems to be a transition. Next: Revelation Chapter 11
Tyndale Open Study Notes
10:11 Unlike Ezekiel, who prophesied for Israel alone, John must prophesy . . . about (or against) all the people of the world. There is debate whether “about” or “against” is the best translation; “about” allows for both promise and judgment (see both in 21:24-27).
Revelation 10:11
The Angel and the Small Scroll
10So I took the small scroll from the angel’s hand and ate it; and it was as sweet as honey in my mouth, but when I had eaten it, my stomach turned bitter.11And they told me, “You must prophesy again about many peoples and nations and tongues and kings.”
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Week of Meetings-06 the Old Roman Empire Coming to Life
By Dwight Pentecost2.1K56:18ZEC 14:4MAT 24:22REV 10:11REV 11:15REV 22:20In this sermon, the speaker discusses the vision that Daniel had regarding the future history of Israel until the coming of the Messiah. Daniel saw four winds of heaven striving upon the great sea, and from the sea, four great beasts emerged, each representing something different. The first beast was a lion with eagle's wings, symbolizing royal authority and speed. The second beast was a bear, representing the Persian Empire, and the third beast was a leopard with four heads, symbolizing the Greek Empire. The fourth beast, described differently than the previous ones, was a composite of the previous empires and represented the Roman Empire. The sermon also mentions how the book of Revelation picks up where Daniel 7 left off, discussing an individual who will become the head of the final form of the Roman Empire.
Week of Meetings-05 John Reviews the Great Tribulation
By Dwight Pentecost1.9K54:27MAT 6:33JHN 5:26REV 10:11REV 11:18In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the events described in the eleventh chapter of the book of Revelation. He explains that during the time of judgment, God sends two prophets to call the people of Israel to repentance and warn them of the coming judge. The speaker also introduces the imagery of a pregnant woman clothed in the glory of God, standing on the moon with a crown of twelve stars. He interprets this imagery as representing the nation of Israel and its role in God's plan. The sermon concludes with a discussion of the structure of the administration in Jesus Christ's earthly kingdom, with references to parables and the roles of David and the apostles.
Eating the Book
By Robert B. Thompson6461:18:00PSA 105:11MAT 6:33REV 10:11In this sermon, the speaker discusses the upcoming revival and emphasizes the importance of living a humble and righteous life. He challenges the audience to go against popular doctrines and be bold in their faith. The speaker emphasizes the need for continual spiritual growth and transformation, highlighting the power of God's word to bring about change. He also mentions the need for ministers who understand God's work to help guide and break down barriers for the people. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the seriousness of the church's mission to share the message of eternal life.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Thou must prophesy again - Thou must write, not only for the instruction of the Jews in Palestine, but of those in the different provinces, as well as the heathens and heathen emperors and potentates in general. The reader will find, on comparing this chapter with Daniel 8:1-27; Dan 12:1-13, and Ezekiel 2:1-3:27, that there are several things similar in both; and the writer of the Apocalypse appears to keep these two prophets continually in view. I must once more say that I do not understand these prophecies, therefore I do not take upon me to explain them. I see with regret how many learned men have mistaken their way here. Commentators, and even some of the most modern, have strangely trifled in these solemn things; all trumpets, vials, woes, etc., are perfectly easy to them; yet from their descriptions, none get wise either to common sense or to the things that make for their peace. On the same ground I cannot admit the interpretation that is given of the word χρονος, translated time in Rev 10:6, which some have construed into an artificial period of 1,111 years, which they term chronos; hence we have the chronos, half-chronos, and non-chronos. Bengel has said much on these points, but to very little purpose; the word in the above place seems to signify delay simply, and probably refers to the long-suffering of God being ended in reference to Jerusalem; for I all along take for probable that this book was written previously to the destruction of that city.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
he said--A, B, and Vulgate read, "they say unto me"; an indefinite expression for "it was said unto me." Thou must--The obligation lies upon thee, as the servant of God, to prophesy at His command. again--as thou didst already in the previous part of this book of Revelation. before, &c.--rather as Greek (epilaois), "concerning many peoples," &c., namely, in their relation to the Church. The eating of the book, as in Ezekiel's case, marks John's inauguration to his prophetical office--here to a fresh stage in it, namely, the revealing of the things which befall the holy city and the Church of God--the subject of the rest of the book. Next: Revelation Chapter 11
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he said unto me,.... That is, the angel, from whom John received the little book; the Alexandrian copy reads, "they said unto me": both the voice of God the Father from heaven, that bid him take the book, and the angel that bid him eat it: thou must prophesy again before many people, and nations, and tongues, and kings; which is to be understood not of John's preaching again to many people, and nations, after his return from his exile at Patmos, as he had done before his banishment thither; and much less of his prophesying along with Enoch and Elias, towards the end of the world, grounded upon two fabulous notions, the one that Enoch and Elias will appear in person before the coming of Christ, and the other, that John died not, but is still alive somewhere, and will continue till Christ's second coming; but rather of his delivering more prophecies out of the open little book; not "before", as we render it, but either "concerning" many people, nations, tongues, and kings, as the Syriac version renders it: or "against" them, that is, those people, multitudes, nations, and tongues, over which the whore of Babylon reigns, or has reigned, and the ten kings, and kings of the earth she rules over, Rev 17:12. Moreover, this may not so much design John's prophesying in person, as the prophesying: of the witnesses or ministers of the word in the several periods of time, whom John personated and represented; and of whom mention is made in the next chapter, to which this seems to be a transition. Next: Revelation Chapter 11
Tyndale Open Study Notes
10:11 Unlike Ezekiel, who prophesied for Israel alone, John must prophesy . . . about (or against) all the people of the world. There is debate whether “about” or “against” is the best translation; “about” allows for both promise and judgment (see both in 21:24-27).