I used this book as a commentary as i was reading though revelation. Each volume offers fresh translation, repetition of the text before each exegetical unit, versebyverse comments and applications, critical notes on the greek text, and. Exposition of thessalonians, the pastorals, and hebrews new testament commentary william hendriksen. Like the other commentaries in this series, revelation is quite accessible to the layperson. Hendriksen new testament commentaries banner of truth uk. Hendriksen studied at calvin college and calvin theological seminary before obtaining an s. Progressive parallelism in revelation christian forums. Bakers hendriksenkistemaker nt commentary 12 volumes. I willingly acknowledge that william hendriksen s great book, more than conquerors has been very helpful to me in writing this article. Begun by william hendriksen, bakers new testament commentary has earned the acclaim and respect of reformed and evangelical scholars and pastors. It is prophetic narrative but it is also apocalyptic literature. William hendriksen has 57 books on goodreads with 2378 ratings.
The saying of carson, it is now entirely eclipsed by more recent commentaries is poor, to my thinking. Stirring devotional surveys of romans, philippians, luke and revelation with other gems. William hendriksen unfolds the mysteries of the apocalypse gradually to help christians understand that we are more than. An interpretation of the book of revelation, on librarything librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers home groups talk zeitgeist.
Rejecting the sensationalism so common wth interpretations of the last book of the bible, the author takes. The explanations in more than conquerors are so clear and sensible that i wish everyone would read this commentary, it is the best interpretation of the book of revelation. This commemorative edition includes a biographical tribute of the. The author of the book of revelation identifies himself simply as john 1. William hendriksen william hendriksen used books, rare books and new books. William hendriksen is currently considered a single author. Stirring devotional surveys of romans, philippians, luke and revelation with other gems william hendriksen published by the wakeman trust 2007. For those who are tired of contemporary end time readings, annoyed at wacky interpretations of revelation, and wanting a sober well exegete of the bibles last book, then this book is a must read for.
William hendriksen was born in tiel, gelderland, in the netherlands in november 1900, but his family moved to kalamazoo, michigan in 1911. Adela yarbro collins, book of revelation, in david noel freeman, ed. More than conquerors by william hendriksen koorong. William hendriksen, author of more than conquerors. Beale, who is one of the best expositors and scholars on revelation and its sources gives credit to wh for being a guiding light, as it were, to its true exposition in the modified idealist amil hermeneutic. Available from the tabernacle bookshop, isbn 9781870855624. He studied at calvin college and calvin theological seminary before obtaining an s. Hendriksen takes careful note of the kind of genre this book contains and interprets accordingly. None is worthy to do so save the lamb, for he alone as such has redeemed mans forfeited inheritance, of which the book is the titledeed. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. According to this view, the book of revelation consists of seven sections. Hendriksen s death in 1982, the series has been continued by simon j.
Recently baker books released the 75th anniversary commemorative edition of hendriksens classic exposition on the book of revelation, and i was really excited to pick it up. Of all the books ever heard of in the history of the world, there is only one small book continuing to remain open in spite of the most vigorous efforts of hell and the devil to close it, and deserving to receive the supernatural guardianship of one of gods most. New testament commentary exposition of the gospel according to john. An interpretation of the book of revelation by william hendriksen. For any with further questions, i would unhesitatingly recommend william hendriksen s more than conquerors your local christian book shop should be able to order it for you. William hendriksen wikipedia this is an outstanding bible commentary on the ap. Using sound principles of interpretation, william hendriksen unfolds the mysteries of the apocalypse gradually, always with the purpose of showing that we are more.
Continuously in print since 1939, this acclaimed commentary on the book of revelation is a favorite of scholars and laypeople alike. The most widelyaccepted position regarding the specific identity of this john is that he was the apostle of the same namethe son of zebedee and. Book description the new testament commentary by william hendriksen 19001982 began in 1954. The late william hendriksen is always conservative and cautious in his interpreting and exegesis.
Revelation 10 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. He was born in tiel, gelderland, but his family moved to kalamazoo, michigan in 1911. He began the new testament commentary series in 1952 with the. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. Nov 03, 2015 originally published in 1940, william hendriksen s more than conquerors stands as one of the classic commentaries on the book of revelation available that combines excellent scholarship and a style that makes it accessible to the layman. Using sound principles of interpretation, william hendriksen unfolds the mysteries of the apocalypse gradually, alw. Originally published in 1940, william hendriksens more than conquerors stands as one of the classic commentaries on the book of revelation available that combines excellent scholarship and a style that makes it accessible to the layman. My hope and prayer is that this new ebook will help to bring clarity such that more christians will come to embrace the simplistic beauty of the book of revelation. Bible commentaries william hendriksen william hendriksen 18 november 1900 12 january 1982 was a new testament scholar and writer of bible commentaries. More than conquerors anniversary hendriksen, william.
Baker academic is pleased to announce the availability of the entire new testament commentary 12 volume set by william hendriksen and simon j. The book of revelation more than conquerers william hendricksen considered to be the classic commentary on the book of revelation from an amillennialidealist prespective. With an uninterrupted printing history since it was first published in 1939, william hendriksens interpretation of the book of revelation has served as a solid resource and a source of inspiration for generations. Listen to other hendriksen recordings on romans, luke and philippians. An interpretation of the book of revelation william hendriksen. Dr william hendriksen commentary on the book of revelations is one of the best available a devotional survey from dr william hendriksen on the book of.
Continuing the fine scholarly work of hendriksen, kistemaker is responsible for that last several volumes of that commentary set, including the one on revelation. Now, studying the book of revelation in a bible study group, i purchased another copy of this book to help others to study. Books by william hendriksen author of more than conquerors. New testament commentary series hendriksenkistemaker 12. We loaned the book to someone and it never got returned, but ive wanted to replace it for a long time but could not locate it until i found christian book,com. With an uninterrupted printing history since it was first published in 1939, this classic interpretation of the book of revelation has served as a solid resource and source of inspiration for generations. Dr hendriksen s careful commentary on the book of revelation has served for generations as a reliable guide to this most perplexing part of scripture. Dr william hendriksen commentary on revelations metropolitan.
This commemorative edition includes a biographical tribute of the prodigious author. Combined repr of 1962 epistle to the philippians and 1964 epistles to colossians and philemon, and several more. Pdf more than conquerors an interpretation of the book. An interpretation of the book of revelation 9780801018404 by william hendriksen. An interpretation of the book of revelation by william hendriksen overview with an uninterrupted printing history since it was first published in 1939, this classic interpretation of the book of revelation has served as a solid resource and source of inspiration for generations. Originally published in 1940, william hendriksen s more than conquerors stands as one of the classic commentaries on the book of revelation available that combines excellent scholarship and a style that makes it accessible to the layman. I first learned about this book while living in australia in 1983. Recapitulation of events commentary a testimony of. An excellent commentary on a very difficult book of the bible. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. Hendriksen covers purpose, theme, authorship, symbolism, and principles of interpretation, seeking to demystify and edify. The true christian cannot be deceived by the lies of satan, and always retains in his heart that peace of god which passes understanding. William hendriksens interpretation of the book of revelation has served as a solid.
More than conquerors by william hendriksen is a wonderful exposition of the book of the revelation of jesus christ. It was certainly providential that a scholar of the level of simon kistemaker was around to finish the new testament commentary begun years earlier by wm. William hendriksen s interpretation of the book of revelation has served as a solid resource and a source of inspiration for over two generations now. In the midst of a weekly small group study through revelation, and as a frequent user of my new testament commentary largely penned by hendriksen, i was excited to see what he offered in the form of commentary on this book. More than conquerors kindle edition by hendriksen, william. Since hendriksens death in 1982, the series has been continued by simon j. Hendriksen gained most of his prominence through his commentaries. The son of dutch immigrant parents, william hendriksen. The series includes commentaries on all four gospels and the majority of the epistles of paul. An interpretation of the book of revelation hendriksen author.
The title of this book speaks more to what this book hopes to achieve, which references this biblical verse. William hendriksen author biography banner of truth usa. My hope and prayer is that this new e book will help to bring clarity such that more christians will come to embrace the simplistic beauty of the book of revelation. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways.
This book is a fantastic overview of the many themes of the apocalypse. The book of revelation is jewish apocalyptic literature and must be treated as such to be properly interpreted and explained. Dr william hendriksen treasures from the past this remarkable survey of revelation in one address is a rare recordings from the renowned bible commentator 19001982. More than conquerors by william hendriksen trinity book service. This straightforward interpretation makes a helpful resource for pastors, teachers, students, and anyone who desires a deeper understanding of the scriptures. William hendriksen unfolds the mysteries of the apocalypse gradually to help christians understand that we are more than conquerors through christ who loved us. And the shapes of the locusts were like unto horses prepared for war. He also translated the book of revelation for the new international version. The seven parallel sections of the book of revelation. My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the.
The title of this book is new testament commentary exposition of the gospel according to john and it was written by william hendriksen. The book the preterist archive of realized eschatology. Hendriksen adopted very definite and sane principles of interpretation and clearly. A stirring, heartwarming devotional survey from one who excelled in combining quality of scholarship with simplicity of expression. More than conquerors by william hendriksen goodreads. While many find the book of revelation confusing and scary, william hendriksen begins his commentary describing it as serenely simple, yet beautiful in its very simplicity. An interpretation of the book of revelation hendriksen more than conquerors. Dec 01, 2014 thank you, stephen, for your comments. See all books authored by william hendriksen, including more than conquerors, and survey of the bible. More editions of three lectures on the book of revelation. While helpful, this does not go a long way in identifying with absolute certainty which john wrote the book. More than conquerors an interpretation of the book of revelation by william hendriksen.
Recently baker books released the 75th anniversary commemorative edition of hendriksen s classic exposition on the book of revelation, and i was really excited to pick it up. In the midst of a weekly small group study through revelation, and as a frequent user of my new testament commentary largely penned by hendriksen, i was excited to see what he offered in the form of commentary on this. William hendriksen 18 november 1900 12 january 1982 was a new testament scholar and writer of bible commentaries. Whether you are a new or an experienced student of gods word, you will be enlightened by more than conquerors.
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