Biblijski pogledi, Vol. 2 No. 1, 1994.
Pregledni rad
Foundational Principles of Interpretation of the Book of Revelation
Kenneth A. Strand
; Andrews University, Berrien Springs, Michigan, SAD
Sažetak
Christians firmly believe that the Bible’s message transcends its time
and culture. Consequently, as the years pass and the gulf of centuries
widens between the ancient and modem worlds, it becomes increasingly important for students of the Scriptures to adhere strictly to sound principles of interpretation lest they misconstrue God’s Word.
This is especially true when it comes to discovering the truths
couched in the symbols of the apocalyptic books of Daniel and Revelation. In this article the author spells out the characteristics of
apocalyptic prophecy, draws out the purpose and theme of the book
of Revelation, explores the nature of its symbolism, and points the
way to determine its meaning. Ali systems of interpreting Revelation
must begin by locating its several segments in past, present, or future
time frames. After years of study, it is the author’s deep conviction
that a clear understanding of the literary arrangement of
Revelation provides the necessary foundation on which to erect a
sound interpretation of the visions. The prophetic book itself supplies
the keys to explain its structure. The data indicates that Revelation
is composed of eight visions internally linked to form four pairs.
The prophecy divides naturally into two sections, chapters 1-14 and
chapters 15-22. Four visions precede this natural dividing line (close
to chapter 14), and four visions conclude the book. The first four
visions (historical series) find fulfillment in the Christian Era leading
up at their end to the Second Advent. The last four visions (eschatological - judgment series) cover events after the close of human probation. In fact, the basic structure and other patterns which are mentioned provide important guidelines for interpretation of the
Book of Revelation.
Ključne riječi
Revelation; apokalypsa; interpretation; historicism; pretericism; futurist
Hrčak ID:
89844
URI
Datum izdavanja:
25.5.1994.
Posjeta: 6.115 *