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The Book of Revelation Decoded: Your Guide to Understanding the End Times Through the Eyes of the Hebrew Prophets
Understand the connection between the Old Testament and the end times, what to expect during the last days, and how to stand firm in Christ in the face of opposition. Rabbi K. A. Schneider decodes the Book of Revelation, showing how the end-time events prophesied in the New Testament book correspond with the teachings of the Torah and the Hebrew prophets. You will discover how the Passover foreshadows the great tribulation, and what the Hebrew prophets reveal about the anti-Messiah, Armageddon, hell, the return of the Messiah, the millennial kingdom, heaven, and much more. As the world grows darker and darker, many people have a sense of impending doom. This book will teach you what to expect during the last days and how to stand firm in Christ even in the face of opposition.
238 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 7, 2017
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April 21, 2020
"The better we understand the end times, the less we will fear them...The end times will be the Church's finest hour." (Rabbi K. A. Schneider, The Book of Revelation Decoded)
When the world was experiencing this current pandemic, I began to pray and ask God's direction as to what He wanted me to study at this time. I heard His voice clearly: "Revelation." The book of Revelation is not an easy book to study, so I found this book helpful. The author links what is said by the Hebrew prophets in the Old Testament to what is said in the book of Revelation. He does an exceptional job. He says, "The most important thing when trying to understand the content of Revelation is to stick with it. To not give up when things don't make sense or are too difficult to understand." Thankfully, we have the Holy Spirit who teaches us all things.
Some things I learned in this book is that The Book of Revelation is a guide for the Bride of Christ (The Church) to help prepare her for when the Bridegroom (Jesus) comes. All that we are seeing on this earth in respect to plagues, evil, the increase of wickedness are signs that Jesus is coming back soon. There are still a few things; however, that require to happen before Christ returns. Unfortunately, things are going to get worse. The Bible talks about famines, the sun not giving light, wars and rumours of wars, earthquakes, diseases...I don't think we have seen nothing yet, as to the judgments that are coming (See Luke 21:10-36).
The author also touches on how the Book of Revelation also speaks about an Antichrist that will arise and will be one who will come and seemingly solve all the worlds problems, people will adore him, and he will form a one-world government and things will seem that they couldn't get any better. However, he will then turn, and cause all to worship him. And anyone who does not worship him will be killed. He will also institute a system where no one will be able to buy or sell without receiving his mark. Some people believe that this will be in the form of a microchip or a vaccine and without this you cannot travel, buy in stores, enter places...The good news is Jesus will return, and only with the breath of His mouth will slay the antichrist (See 2 Thessalonians 2:8). The author also discusses how the Jewish people eyes will be open and realize that Jesus is the Messiah that was foretold by the prophets in the Torah. How Jesus will rule and rein from Jerusalem for a thousand years (sometimes referred to as the Millennial Reign) and how satan will be locked up for this time, but after that be released, and then Armaggedon, which will be the war of all wars, which the author says will involve all nations, so a real world war. God's people will win this war and then there will be a new heaven and earth. He discusses what this new heaven and earth will look like as described in the Bible.
The author doesn't sugarcoat anything through. He tells his readers that we will face tough times ahead, and that it's a certainty of life, but he also says that amid all trouble God will give us the grace to overcome and shine like beacons of hope in a growing storm. He says, "...tribulation is part of God's plan." I would have to concur with him. Jesus didn't say we wouldn't have troubles. He said the world would have troubles, but in Him through it all, we would have peace (See John 16:33). Straighten up and lift up your heads; He is coming soon. Come Lord Jesus!
When the world was experiencing this current pandemic, I began to pray and ask God's direction as to what He wanted me to study at this time. I heard His voice clearly: "Revelation." The book of Revelation is not an easy book to study, so I found this book helpful. The author links what is said by the Hebrew prophets in the Old Testament to what is said in the book of Revelation. He does an exceptional job. He says, "The most important thing when trying to understand the content of Revelation is to stick with it. To not give up when things don't make sense or are too difficult to understand." Thankfully, we have the Holy Spirit who teaches us all things.
Some things I learned in this book is that The Book of Revelation is a guide for the Bride of Christ (The Church) to help prepare her for when the Bridegroom (Jesus) comes. All that we are seeing on this earth in respect to plagues, evil, the increase of wickedness are signs that Jesus is coming back soon. There are still a few things; however, that require to happen before Christ returns. Unfortunately, things are going to get worse. The Bible talks about famines, the sun not giving light, wars and rumours of wars, earthquakes, diseases...I don't think we have seen nothing yet, as to the judgments that are coming (See Luke 21:10-36).
The author also touches on how the Book of Revelation also speaks about an Antichrist that will arise and will be one who will come and seemingly solve all the worlds problems, people will adore him, and he will form a one-world government and things will seem that they couldn't get any better. However, he will then turn, and cause all to worship him. And anyone who does not worship him will be killed. He will also institute a system where no one will be able to buy or sell without receiving his mark. Some people believe that this will be in the form of a microchip or a vaccine and without this you cannot travel, buy in stores, enter places...The good news is Jesus will return, and only with the breath of His mouth will slay the antichrist (See 2 Thessalonians 2:8). The author also discusses how the Jewish people eyes will be open and realize that Jesus is the Messiah that was foretold by the prophets in the Torah. How Jesus will rule and rein from Jerusalem for a thousand years (sometimes referred to as the Millennial Reign) and how satan will be locked up for this time, but after that be released, and then Armaggedon, which will be the war of all wars, which the author says will involve all nations, so a real world war. God's people will win this war and then there will be a new heaven and earth. He discusses what this new heaven and earth will look like as described in the Bible.
The author doesn't sugarcoat anything through. He tells his readers that we will face tough times ahead, and that it's a certainty of life, but he also says that amid all trouble God will give us the grace to overcome and shine like beacons of hope in a growing storm. He says, "...tribulation is part of God's plan." I would have to concur with him. Jesus didn't say we wouldn't have troubles. He said the world would have troubles, but in Him through it all, we would have peace (See John 16:33). Straighten up and lift up your heads; He is coming soon. Come Lord Jesus!
June 12, 2017
I want to begin by saying that I was completely misled by the title of this book. I believed when I received this book that I was getting a book steeped in research, both Biblical and Hebraic. I believed that this book would go through the 22 chapters of Revelation, and, through a Hebraic lens, would give a thorough explanation of those 22 chapters. With the subtitle alluding to the Old Testament prophets, I believed I was going to get a thorough account of the prophets and God's Words spoken through these prophets to help explain Revelation. NONE of this is what I got. What I got is one man's -- who just so happens to be Jewish and Christian -- ideas on what he thinks the end days will look like based on how he has read and studied the books of the Bible. To say that I am disappointed by this book would be a gross understatement.
I am an English major. I have two advanced degrees in Literature. None of this really matters except to say that I know research. Research is my passion. I can pour over a Bible passage, or book, for days researching for hours one or two words or concepts. The research in this book is basic at best. When I saw that a Rabbi had written this book, I was so excited because I thought, "Yes! A Hebraic expert will delve deep into Revelation and help me understand things I can't really understand because I am not solid on Jewish customs, the activities that take place during the Feast Days, or the Hebrew language!" I believed I was going to get word studies and explanations both in Hebrew and Greek to help my understanding of Revelation. I thought Rabbi Schneider would touch on the Feast Days and illuminate how Jesus's first coming beautifully fulfilled the Exodus and Passover, and how the Fall Feasts (Yom Teruah, Yom Kippur, and Tabernacles) will be fulfilled by HIS second coming. That does not happen in this book.
Let me give an example of the level of research you get in this book: "Some rabbis claim it was the angels, but the rest of Scripture proves the Lord was addressing the relationship existing within the triune Godhead" (50% through text; my emphasis). WHAT?! Are these secret rabbis? Who are they? Is it a famous rabbi like Gamaliel, Rambam, Hillel, or Akiva? Why is this even in the book if it is not going to be explained? This is research?!? This is just one example where the research is less than basic. Don't even get me started on his inability to fact check. At the 41% mark in the text, Rabbi Schneider uses the films Gladiator and The Lord of the Rings to make a point. The point he was making using the movies is totally fine, BUT he got a detail in Gladiator wrong. You're probably saying to yourself, "Who cares?" I know, it's dumb, but I saw Gladiator in the theater 4 times. I owned it for many years and watched it often, so I know the movie. It's a minuscule detail that is incorrect, but what bugs me so much is the surface level at which this book is written. This one stupid mistake took me out of the text completely because it is a stupid mistake.
Rabbi Schneider makes a compelling case when he uses the Exodus as an example of when the Bride will be taken up to meet Jesus. He believes that the Bride of Christ will have to go through the majority of the Tribulation just as the ancient Israeli slaves had to endure the plagues of the Exodus. He believes the rapture will occur right before the 7th trump in Revelation. He is calling this "the last trump." Schneider does give a lot of verses from the Old and New Testament that he feels support this idea. BUT, anyone can pull verses from the Bible to make things fit. That is what it feels like to me. Again, I say, where are the word studies in Hebrew, the cultural understandings, the feast explanations that actually support and link this idea to Revelation?
There is not a single mention of God's Feast Days and their importance to the comings of Christ. Not ONE! Yes, God is a God who loves chiasms, coming full circle, and measure for measure, but I believe that Jesus's first coming exactly, perfectly fulfilled the spring feasts: Passover and Pentecost. I think that His second coming will exactly, perfectly fulfill the fall feasts as mentioned above. I think the Bride is a small, special remnant of Christians who truly know Jesus as He really is who will be raptured and prepared as the Bride (like Esther) during the Tribulation period. I do think saints will be left on Earth for a specific purpose during the tribulation, but these saints are not the Bride. I believe these are the guests at the wedding feast as described in Revelation 19. Now, I admit that I could be totally wrong. No one totally knows God's plan for the end days except God. The point I am trying to make here is that what I have just finished writing here are my opinions. I can back them up with verses from the Bible, but they are my opinions and feelings on the matter. And, that is what I feel like this book is: it is just one man's opinion.
I believe wholeheartedly that the Bible is one book. There are not two parts to the Bible; there is one book written by God through man. I believe that to understand Revelation, one absolutely must know everything in the Tanakh. Jesus is found on page 1 of the Bible, and on every other page after until the end. What I appreciate the most in this book is Rabbi Schneider's repeated insistence that the Bible is ONE book. And, he does make some really good points about being ready for the end times and Jesus's second coming because we don't want to be caught sleeping like the five foolish virgins. But this book does not go through Revelation as I had hoped. I am a little disappointed in this book and cannot recommend it. I have no more insight into Revelation than I did before I began reading this book.
I am an English major. I have two advanced degrees in Literature. None of this really matters except to say that I know research. Research is my passion. I can pour over a Bible passage, or book, for days researching for hours one or two words or concepts. The research in this book is basic at best. When I saw that a Rabbi had written this book, I was so excited because I thought, "Yes! A Hebraic expert will delve deep into Revelation and help me understand things I can't really understand because I am not solid on Jewish customs, the activities that take place during the Feast Days, or the Hebrew language!" I believed I was going to get word studies and explanations both in Hebrew and Greek to help my understanding of Revelation. I thought Rabbi Schneider would touch on the Feast Days and illuminate how Jesus's first coming beautifully fulfilled the Exodus and Passover, and how the Fall Feasts (Yom Teruah, Yom Kippur, and Tabernacles) will be fulfilled by HIS second coming. That does not happen in this book.
Let me give an example of the level of research you get in this book: "Some rabbis claim it was the angels, but the rest of Scripture proves the Lord was addressing the relationship existing within the triune Godhead" (50% through text; my emphasis). WHAT?! Are these secret rabbis? Who are they? Is it a famous rabbi like Gamaliel, Rambam, Hillel, or Akiva? Why is this even in the book if it is not going to be explained? This is research?!? This is just one example where the research is less than basic. Don't even get me started on his inability to fact check. At the 41% mark in the text, Rabbi Schneider uses the films Gladiator and The Lord of the Rings to make a point. The point he was making using the movies is totally fine, BUT he got a detail in Gladiator wrong. You're probably saying to yourself, "Who cares?" I know, it's dumb, but I saw Gladiator in the theater 4 times. I owned it for many years and watched it often, so I know the movie. It's a minuscule detail that is incorrect, but what bugs me so much is the surface level at which this book is written. This one stupid mistake took me out of the text completely because it is a stupid mistake.
Rabbi Schneider makes a compelling case when he uses the Exodus as an example of when the Bride will be taken up to meet Jesus. He believes that the Bride of Christ will have to go through the majority of the Tribulation just as the ancient Israeli slaves had to endure the plagues of the Exodus. He believes the rapture will occur right before the 7th trump in Revelation. He is calling this "the last trump." Schneider does give a lot of verses from the Old and New Testament that he feels support this idea. BUT, anyone can pull verses from the Bible to make things fit. That is what it feels like to me. Again, I say, where are the word studies in Hebrew, the cultural understandings, the feast explanations that actually support and link this idea to Revelation?
There is not a single mention of God's Feast Days and their importance to the comings of Christ. Not ONE! Yes, God is a God who loves chiasms, coming full circle, and measure for measure, but I believe that Jesus's first coming exactly, perfectly fulfilled the spring feasts: Passover and Pentecost. I think that His second coming will exactly, perfectly fulfill the fall feasts as mentioned above. I think the Bride is a small, special remnant of Christians who truly know Jesus as He really is who will be raptured and prepared as the Bride (like Esther) during the Tribulation period. I do think saints will be left on Earth for a specific purpose during the tribulation, but these saints are not the Bride. I believe these are the guests at the wedding feast as described in Revelation 19. Now, I admit that I could be totally wrong. No one totally knows God's plan for the end days except God. The point I am trying to make here is that what I have just finished writing here are my opinions. I can back them up with verses from the Bible, but they are my opinions and feelings on the matter. And, that is what I feel like this book is: it is just one man's opinion.
I believe wholeheartedly that the Bible is one book. There are not two parts to the Bible; there is one book written by God through man. I believe that to understand Revelation, one absolutely must know everything in the Tanakh. Jesus is found on page 1 of the Bible, and on every other page after until the end. What I appreciate the most in this book is Rabbi Schneider's repeated insistence that the Bible is ONE book. And, he does make some really good points about being ready for the end times and Jesus's second coming because we don't want to be caught sleeping like the five foolish virgins. But this book does not go through Revelation as I had hoped. I am a little disappointed in this book and cannot recommend it. I have no more insight into Revelation than I did before I began reading this book.
February 15, 2018
When I signed up for this book, I didn't know that this was a non-fiction. I had read of similar works before about the exposition of faith or religion, some great research findings about Christ and about Freemasonry. I admit, I am drawn to these kind of books. I am drawn by the intrigue and the controversy surrounding and generated by these kind of works. This is definitely the reason why this book did not escape my notice out of the many in Netgalley.
This is a simplification of the mysteries and interpretations of the Book of Revelation. The last book in the New Testament of the Holy Bible and the most controversial and scary, whether taken literally or figuratively. It speaks of the Apocalypse, the Armageddon, Rapture, the end of the world and the second coming of the Messiah. The world will be cleanse of its impurities and evil in disastrous ways no one has ever seen or imagined. This book wishes to prepare the faithful for that eventful coming of the Lord and to move people to change their ways and go back to God's graces.
One of the most noteworthy and often emphasized thought in this book is the relation of the Old and New Testament. This book cited many examples that whatever is mentioned in the Revelations is also found in the books of the Old Testament. Meaning, even before, people had been asked to prepare for this eventual general cleansing of the earth. It also mentioned and emphasized that the Jewish or the people of Israel are the chosen people of God. The lost ten tribes of Israel is being called forth to go back to their roots and into the arms of God. But this does not mean that non-Jewish people like I am are going to be left to be ravaged by the elements and tempest that are bound to rock the earth in the end times. No, the Gentiles are also called to help bring back the stray chosen people of God to look back to their faith and the faith of their fathers.
A lot of interesting and clarifying points have been discussed in this book and I can't help but be educated and informed. I too have been misguided or have been given misinterpreted information about the Book of Revelations. I am glad that I came upon this book now when I am mature and open-minded enough to understand its message and its call for conversion. This book also warns of the ultimate justice that God will impose on those that committed various crimes, inequalities and sufferings. On the end times, no one will escape this grand judgement. No one can bribe the judge or minimize the verdict. All that has been owed and all the hurt and pains inflicted will received its due punishment. But the punishment will not be light and it will be unending.
In truth, the things written in the Book of Revelations are scary and terrible. They are horrible ways to die and end this world. In as much as they are horrendous to contemplate, the book also brings a message of hope. Hope that there is still time. Time to change our wicked ways. It's not yet too late. We can still be part of those few who will survive the predicted horrible forms of catastrophe that will savage our world, physically, mentally and emotionally.
I am not sure if it is proper or is it even allowed to rate this book. But for the purpose of its understanding and of its getting the message across, I will rate this book on such criteria. I give this 4/5 stars on the basis of being able to convey the message clearly. Was I able to understand it and if I was able to reach a form of discernment while reading its pages. On that note, the book did good on that. Point by point, the author was able to explain the major items to be understood when reading the Book of Revelations--the four horsemen of the Apocalypse, the seals and the signs. The connection between the old and new testament and the relevance of the events in the bible to the current times. They were all clearly dissected. My only concern was that there were some points where I had to stop. There is a tendency that you will be overwhelmed with all the information. There is also a part where you would feel that this non-fiction book is too much and will be tempted to stop. I did. I took a break and read a book of a different genre. A much lighter read to at least to unload my mind. Then I went back to finish this book.
Clearly this is very informational and enlightening. The title summed it up. The Book of Revelations is indeed decoded in this book. Thank you again, Netgalley, for the review copy.
Yeshua's Second Coming at Armageddon will begin a sequence of events including the church's Rapture, Israel's salvation and the most glorious event in the history, "marriage supper of the Lamb."
- Rabbi K. A. Schneider, The Book of Revelation Decoded -
This is a simplification of the mysteries and interpretations of the Book of Revelation. The last book in the New Testament of the Holy Bible and the most controversial and scary, whether taken literally or figuratively. It speaks of the Apocalypse, the Armageddon, Rapture, the end of the world and the second coming of the Messiah. The world will be cleanse of its impurities and evil in disastrous ways no one has ever seen or imagined. This book wishes to prepare the faithful for that eventful coming of the Lord and to move people to change their ways and go back to God's graces.
One of the most noteworthy and often emphasized thought in this book is the relation of the Old and New Testament. This book cited many examples that whatever is mentioned in the Revelations is also found in the books of the Old Testament. Meaning, even before, people had been asked to prepare for this eventual general cleansing of the earth. It also mentioned and emphasized that the Jewish or the people of Israel are the chosen people of God. The lost ten tribes of Israel is being called forth to go back to their roots and into the arms of God. But this does not mean that non-Jewish people like I am are going to be left to be ravaged by the elements and tempest that are bound to rock the earth in the end times. No, the Gentiles are also called to help bring back the stray chosen people of God to look back to their faith and the faith of their fathers.
A lot of interesting and clarifying points have been discussed in this book and I can't help but be educated and informed. I too have been misguided or have been given misinterpreted information about the Book of Revelations. I am glad that I came upon this book now when I am mature and open-minded enough to understand its message and its call for conversion. This book also warns of the ultimate justice that God will impose on those that committed various crimes, inequalities and sufferings. On the end times, no one will escape this grand judgement. No one can bribe the judge or minimize the verdict. All that has been owed and all the hurt and pains inflicted will received its due punishment. But the punishment will not be light and it will be unending.
In truth, the things written in the Book of Revelations are scary and terrible. They are horrible ways to die and end this world. In as much as they are horrendous to contemplate, the book also brings a message of hope. Hope that there is still time. Time to change our wicked ways. It's not yet too late. We can still be part of those few who will survive the predicted horrible forms of catastrophe that will savage our world, physically, mentally and emotionally.
I am not sure if it is proper or is it even allowed to rate this book. But for the purpose of its understanding and of its getting the message across, I will rate this book on such criteria. I give this 4/5 stars on the basis of being able to convey the message clearly. Was I able to understand it and if I was able to reach a form of discernment while reading its pages. On that note, the book did good on that. Point by point, the author was able to explain the major items to be understood when reading the Book of Revelations--the four horsemen of the Apocalypse, the seals and the signs. The connection between the old and new testament and the relevance of the events in the bible to the current times. They were all clearly dissected. My only concern was that there were some points where I had to stop. There is a tendency that you will be overwhelmed with all the information. There is also a part where you would feel that this non-fiction book is too much and will be tempted to stop. I did. I took a break and read a book of a different genre. A much lighter read to at least to unload my mind. Then I went back to finish this book.
Clearly this is very informational and enlightening. The title summed it up. The Book of Revelations is indeed decoded in this book. Thank you again, Netgalley, for the review copy.
Yeshua's Second Coming at Armageddon will begin a sequence of events including the church's Rapture, Israel's salvation and the most glorious event in the history, "marriage supper of the Lamb."
- Rabbi K. A. Schneider, The Book of Revelation Decoded -
December 31, 2019
"The Book of Revelation Decoded" is a wonderfully clear and concise look at the end-time prophesies in Revelations by connecting them back to the Old and New Testament teachings of the Hebrew Prophets and Yeshua. In today's world which seems to get steadily darker with mounting corruption, wars, climate change and death stalking the streets at home and abroad, there is a refreshing sense of hope as Rabbi K.A. Schneider points to the future with the Messiah's return that begins with a series of events including the church's Rapture; Israel's salvation and the marriage supper of the Lamb.
Well-written and spellbinding the twelve chapters enclosed take the reader on journey through the eyes of biblical prophets revealing their remarkable insight into the Great Tribulation; the rise of the anti-Christ; hell; the final war between good and evil; and the birth of the millennial kingdom. Inspirational and with supporting passages from the Bible, this is a book you can't put down until finished.
I had many eye-opening moments as I read this timely text and will recommend it to other Christians looking to decode humanity's future from a biblical perspective.
Well-written and spellbinding the twelve chapters enclosed take the reader on journey through the eyes of biblical prophets revealing their remarkable insight into the Great Tribulation; the rise of the anti-Christ; hell; the final war between good and evil; and the birth of the millennial kingdom. Inspirational and with supporting passages from the Bible, this is a book you can't put down until finished.
I had many eye-opening moments as I read this timely text and will recommend it to other Christians looking to decode humanity's future from a biblical perspective.
March 12, 2017
When I saw the title of this book and read its description, I’ll admit I was a bit skeptical. I’d never heard of the idea that the Passover foreshadowed the great tribulation, but I appreciate seeing Bible prophecy through other believers eyes, so I pick up a copy.
The book is well and passionately written with the unique perspective of a Jewish believer in Yeshua. Rabbi K. A. Schneider does a good job of providing a glorious and sobering picture of the events describe in the book of Revelation. But here is the unique part of the book, Rabbi Schneider illuminates the book of Revelation by showing how much of it is but confirmation of some of the Old Testaments most important prophecies concerning the end of this age and the return of Yeshua.
Through twelve compelling chapters Rabbi Schneider explores some of the most well know aspects of Revelation. In each chapter he points the reader back to the Old Testament context thus showing the congruency of both the Old and New Testaments. I quote Rabbi Schneider:
“In addition, the B’rit Hadashah [New Testament] was never written to be detached from the Tanakh [Old Testament]. If we want to interpret the Bible correctly, then we must interpret it as a whole, starting with Genesis and continuing all the way through the last chapter of Revelation. This is why Jesus frequently quoted from the Tanakh, validating its authenticity as the Word of God. The apostle and the early church writers constantly referenced the Hebrew prophets of the Old Testament for the same reasons.” (Kindle p. 83 [insertions] added by WS for clarity)
Each of the following twelve chapters applies this interpretational approach to good effect:
1. Chapter 1 – Jacob’s Trouble: From Turmoil to the Great Tribulation
2. Chapter 2 – When the Antichrist Will Rise
3. Chapter 3 – How the Antichrist Will Rise
4. Chapter 4 – God’s Wrath
5. Chapter 5 – The Rapture
6. Chapter 6 – Armageddon and the Messiah’s Return
7. Chapter 7 – The Marriage Between God and His People
8. Chapter 8 – All Israel Will be Saved
9. Chapter 9 – God’s Judgement and Rewards
10. Chapter 10 – The Reality of Hell
11. Chapter 11 – The Millennial Reign of the Messiah
12. Chapter 12 – The New Heaven and the New Earth
Of these chapters I thought 11 & 12 were the most thrilling, providing the believer hope to counterbalance the sobering events described in Chapters 4, 9, & 10. Chapter 4 on the Rapture was the most challenging aspect of the book to contemplate. The authors view of the Rapture and its relationship to the events of the Exodus are ( as far as I’m aware) unique. I had often heard how the fall Feast of YHWH were shadow or types of events related to the 2nd coming but this is the first time I’ve read how the Passover provides its own shadows and type for these events as well. Definitely something for further consideration and study.
One my favorite parts of the book is when Rabbi Schneider explains how, “Matthew’s genealogy is not just a long, boring list of names; those names are the actual historic links between the Old and New Testaments.”
Though not mentioned by Rabbi Schneider, but buttressing his well made points is the fact that Matthew’s lineage of Yeshua was purposely arranged so that it would emphasize in his Jewish readers mind the connection between Yeshua as the promised Messiah and sacrificial symbolism of the Tanakh. You see Matthew purposely left out four of Yeshua’s ancestors. This omission combined with Matthew’s arrangement of the list into three 14 generational groupings, then had the unique effect of showing that Yeshua was both the 13th and 14th generation in this famous list.
As the Jewish reader would know, each year during each of the seven Feast of YHWH, the Jewish people were required to make 13 or 14 sacrifices. These sacrifices in turn where governed by the lunar side of the Bible’s calendar which included two cycles of 13 or 14 days of (visible) waxing light followed by 13 or 14 days of waning light. And just to make sure we didn’t think his list was an accident Matthew left out one of the Kings between the 6th & 7th generation and other three kings between the 13th & 14th generation (in the second 14 generational grouping).
That the apostle Paul understood this symbolism is confirmed in Ephesians 2:13-14 where he told the Ephesians that Yeshua broke down the “middle wall of partition” between Jews and Gentiles. Keep in mind that during the 2nd temple era, that middle wall of partition was an actual barrier build between the court of the Gentiles and the temple proper which kept Gentiles form the presence of YHWH. During the 2nd temple era any gentile caught trespassing beyond that barrier was killed. Thrillingly, when Yeshua and Paul walk those ancient stones that wall (according to Josephus) was access by 14 steps and the entry to the temple was granted through 13 gates (according to Rabbinic traditions).
As you can see Rabbi Schneider is most certainly correct when he rhetorically asks regarding Matthew’s list as it relates to the Old and New Testaments: “And what is the main thread that binds them? Yeshua HaMashiach.” Indeed as Revelation 19:10 tells us the, “the spirit of prophecy is the testimony of Yeshua” (Yeshua = YHWH’s Salvation).
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In closing I will say there were a few parts of this book that I didn’t agree with or at least where I will need to further investigate the scripture for myself, but overall I really appreciated the way the Rabbi Schneider showed the congruency between the prophecies of the Old and New Testament. His view of the Rapture was challenging (in a good way) and he provided many wonderful insights which I appreciated. This is a book worth reading and when you’ve finished I’d encourage you to open your Bible’s and see if these things be so.
Maranatha!
The book is well and passionately written with the unique perspective of a Jewish believer in Yeshua. Rabbi K. A. Schneider does a good job of providing a glorious and sobering picture of the events describe in the book of Revelation. But here is the unique part of the book, Rabbi Schneider illuminates the book of Revelation by showing how much of it is but confirmation of some of the Old Testaments most important prophecies concerning the end of this age and the return of Yeshua.
Through twelve compelling chapters Rabbi Schneider explores some of the most well know aspects of Revelation. In each chapter he points the reader back to the Old Testament context thus showing the congruency of both the Old and New Testaments. I quote Rabbi Schneider:
“In addition, the B’rit Hadashah [New Testament] was never written to be detached from the Tanakh [Old Testament]. If we want to interpret the Bible correctly, then we must interpret it as a whole, starting with Genesis and continuing all the way through the last chapter of Revelation. This is why Jesus frequently quoted from the Tanakh, validating its authenticity as the Word of God. The apostle and the early church writers constantly referenced the Hebrew prophets of the Old Testament for the same reasons.” (Kindle p. 83 [insertions] added by WS for clarity)
Each of the following twelve chapters applies this interpretational approach to good effect:
1. Chapter 1 – Jacob’s Trouble: From Turmoil to the Great Tribulation
2. Chapter 2 – When the Antichrist Will Rise
3. Chapter 3 – How the Antichrist Will Rise
4. Chapter 4 – God’s Wrath
5. Chapter 5 – The Rapture
6. Chapter 6 – Armageddon and the Messiah’s Return
7. Chapter 7 – The Marriage Between God and His People
8. Chapter 8 – All Israel Will be Saved
9. Chapter 9 – God’s Judgement and Rewards
10. Chapter 10 – The Reality of Hell
11. Chapter 11 – The Millennial Reign of the Messiah
12. Chapter 12 – The New Heaven and the New Earth
Of these chapters I thought 11 & 12 were the most thrilling, providing the believer hope to counterbalance the sobering events described in Chapters 4, 9, & 10. Chapter 4 on the Rapture was the most challenging aspect of the book to contemplate. The authors view of the Rapture and its relationship to the events of the Exodus are ( as far as I’m aware) unique. I had often heard how the fall Feast of YHWH were shadow or types of events related to the 2nd coming but this is the first time I’ve read how the Passover provides its own shadows and type for these events as well. Definitely something for further consideration and study.
One my favorite parts of the book is when Rabbi Schneider explains how, “Matthew’s genealogy is not just a long, boring list of names; those names are the actual historic links between the Old and New Testaments.”
Though not mentioned by Rabbi Schneider, but buttressing his well made points is the fact that Matthew’s lineage of Yeshua was purposely arranged so that it would emphasize in his Jewish readers mind the connection between Yeshua as the promised Messiah and sacrificial symbolism of the Tanakh. You see Matthew purposely left out four of Yeshua’s ancestors. This omission combined with Matthew’s arrangement of the list into three 14 generational groupings, then had the unique effect of showing that Yeshua was both the 13th and 14th generation in this famous list.
As the Jewish reader would know, each year during each of the seven Feast of YHWH, the Jewish people were required to make 13 or 14 sacrifices. These sacrifices in turn where governed by the lunar side of the Bible’s calendar which included two cycles of 13 or 14 days of (visible) waxing light followed by 13 or 14 days of waning light. And just to make sure we didn’t think his list was an accident Matthew left out one of the Kings between the 6th & 7th generation and other three kings between the 13th & 14th generation (in the second 14 generational grouping).
That the apostle Paul understood this symbolism is confirmed in Ephesians 2:13-14 where he told the Ephesians that Yeshua broke down the “middle wall of partition” between Jews and Gentiles. Keep in mind that during the 2nd temple era, that middle wall of partition was an actual barrier build between the court of the Gentiles and the temple proper which kept Gentiles form the presence of YHWH. During the 2nd temple era any gentile caught trespassing beyond that barrier was killed. Thrillingly, when Yeshua and Paul walk those ancient stones that wall (according to Josephus) was access by 14 steps and the entry to the temple was granted through 13 gates (according to Rabbinic traditions).
As you can see Rabbi Schneider is most certainly correct when he rhetorically asks regarding Matthew’s list as it relates to the Old and New Testaments: “And what is the main thread that binds them? Yeshua HaMashiach.” Indeed as Revelation 19:10 tells us the, “the spirit of prophecy is the testimony of Yeshua” (Yeshua = YHWH’s Salvation).
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In closing I will say there were a few parts of this book that I didn’t agree with or at least where I will need to further investigate the scripture for myself, but overall I really appreciated the way the Rabbi Schneider showed the congruency between the prophecies of the Old and New Testament. His view of the Rapture was challenging (in a good way) and he provided many wonderful insights which I appreciated. This is a book worth reading and when you’ve finished I’d encourage you to open your Bible’s and see if these things be so.
Maranatha!
January 28, 2022
I was ok until it started talking about how Jesus wants to wed and BED the church. I don’t ever recall hearing, reading, or studying that. But I could be wrong and totally clueless.
July 8, 2017
Title: The Book of Revelation Decoded - A Simple Guide to Understanding the End Times Through the Eyes of the Hebrew Prophets
Author: Rabi K. A. Schneider
Publisher: Charisma House
Published: 3-7-2017
Pages: 260
Genre: Religion & Spirituality
Sub-Genre: Christian; Bible Study; Prophecies; Reference; Christian Living
ISBN: 9781629991092
ASIN: B01HX2U47Q
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Reviewer: DelAnne
Rating: 5 Stars
Understand the connection between the Old Testament and the end times, what to expect during the last days, and how to stand firm in Christ in the face of opposition.
Rabbi K. A. Schneider decodes the Book of Revelation, showing how the end-time events prophesied in the New Testament book correspond with the teachings of the Torah and the Hebrew prophets. You will discover how the Passover foreshadows the great tribulation, and what the Hebrew prophets reveal about the anti-Messiah, Armageddon, hell, the return of the Messiah, the millennial kingdom, heaven, and much more. As the world grows darker and darker, many people have a sense of impending doom. This book will teach you what to expect during the last days and how to stand firm in Christ even in the face of opposition.
Revelation is my favorite book to study along with Daniel as the two consider with prophecies dealing with the end times. Do I ever hope to understand Revelation completely? Not likely. Just remember as you study the text and the words of biblical scholars that they their interpretations of God's words, not necessarily how God meant them to be interpreted.
Rabbi Schneider warns in the beginning of his writings that he will challenge some of your beliefs and he does, but not outside the realm of possibility. His language is simplified enough that those new to the Bible can understand and come to their own conclusions.
My rating of "The Book of Revelation Decoded " is 5 out of 5 stars.
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Author: Rabi K. A. Schneider
Publisher: Charisma House
Published: 3-7-2017
Pages: 260
Genre: Religion & Spirituality
Sub-Genre: Christian; Bible Study; Prophecies; Reference; Christian Living
ISBN: 9781629991092
ASIN: B01HX2U47Q
Reviewed For NetGalley and Charisma House
Reviewer: DelAnne
Rating: 5 Stars
Understand the connection between the Old Testament and the end times, what to expect during the last days, and how to stand firm in Christ in the face of opposition.
Rabbi K. A. Schneider decodes the Book of Revelation, showing how the end-time events prophesied in the New Testament book correspond with the teachings of the Torah and the Hebrew prophets. You will discover how the Passover foreshadows the great tribulation, and what the Hebrew prophets reveal about the anti-Messiah, Armageddon, hell, the return of the Messiah, the millennial kingdom, heaven, and much more. As the world grows darker and darker, many people have a sense of impending doom. This book will teach you what to expect during the last days and how to stand firm in Christ even in the face of opposition.
Revelation is my favorite book to study along with Daniel as the two consider with prophecies dealing with the end times. Do I ever hope to understand Revelation completely? Not likely. Just remember as you study the text and the words of biblical scholars that they their interpretations of God's words, not necessarily how God meant them to be interpreted.
Rabbi Schneider warns in the beginning of his writings that he will challenge some of your beliefs and he does, but not outside the realm of possibility. His language is simplified enough that those new to the Bible can understand and come to their own conclusions.
My rating of "The Book of Revelation Decoded " is 5 out of 5 stars.
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February 21, 2017
[Note: This book was provided free of charge by Charisma House. All thoughts and opinions are my own.]
In reading this book I must admit I was more than a little confused by the title, and it is likely that many other readers will be similarly confused without warning. I had thought upon beginning this book that the author would attempt some sort of grand commentary on Revelation to make it understandable to those who persist in being confused by its contents despite many books about it [1], but upon reading it, its subtitle makes more sense as being a book about the context of Revelation within the law and the prophets. The second aspect of this book that immediately struck me as very puzzling was the way that the author considers himself a rabbi when is approach is little different from that of other evangelicals with vague Messianic Jewish interests and little knowledge about the biblical worldview of death, judgment, and the nature of God. Then I remembered I had read another book by the another such "rabbi" before [2] and realized that this faux rabbi was merely trying to gain credibility from having a Jewish background in a world where it has suddenly become cool to adopt some aspects of Jewish thought and practice, without going all the way Jewish with the Sabbath and Holy Days, to say nothing of tzittzit or phylacteries or anything like that.
The book's contents only vaguely and tangentially match the contents of the book of Revelation, but most readers will not take some 50 pages of this slightly more than 200 page book to realize it like I did. The book's chapter titles give a fair flavor of the material included in them, with discussions about "the revelation," Jacob's trouble, when and how the Antichrist will arise, God's wrath, the supposed rapture, Armageddon and the return of the Messiah, the marriage between God and His People, the salvation of all Israel, God's judgments and rewards, the supposed reality of hell, the Millennial reign of the Messiah, and then the New Heaven and the new earth, followed by some notes and biographical detail. The order of the book is a bit muddled, as one reads about hell before one reads about the Millennium, to say nothing about the second resurrection. Likewise, the author talks about life in heaven rather than the resurrection of the blessed at the return of Jesus Christ (consistently transliterated as Yeshua in this book), and manages to see a nonexistent rapture in scriptures that deal with the first resurrection at the seventh trumpet. Perhaps the author would do well to understand the book of Revelation before he presumes himself an expert enough to write on it.
Even so, this book is not a total waste. To be sure, it is not in any way a unique book. There are at least half a dozen books, and likely a good deal more, that rest on a bookshelf beside my bed that I have not read and reviewed yet that cover nearly the identical subjects or that have a very similar approach to the author, aside from the author's occasional use of fairly ordinary Hebrew terms in order to show his bona fides as a Jewish expert. Despite the fact that this book is somewhat redundant, it has its amusement and its charm, and the author is obviously sincere in his desire to give his audience a bit of understanding in how Revelation is part of a larger context of biblical prophetic material that depends on a proper understanding of the Hebrew scriptures. There are no doubt many readers who do not know this, and will be helped by the author's thoughtful citations and easy-to-read style. To be sure, some readers will be at least as far as the writer, if not farther, in understanding Revelation, but the author cannot be entirely blamed for wishing to write a book about the atmosphere of fear and the expectation of prophetic fulfillment that is so common in our age of anxiety.
[1] See, for example:
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2017...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2017...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2015...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2014...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2014...
[2] https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
In reading this book I must admit I was more than a little confused by the title, and it is likely that many other readers will be similarly confused without warning. I had thought upon beginning this book that the author would attempt some sort of grand commentary on Revelation to make it understandable to those who persist in being confused by its contents despite many books about it [1], but upon reading it, its subtitle makes more sense as being a book about the context of Revelation within the law and the prophets. The second aspect of this book that immediately struck me as very puzzling was the way that the author considers himself a rabbi when is approach is little different from that of other evangelicals with vague Messianic Jewish interests and little knowledge about the biblical worldview of death, judgment, and the nature of God. Then I remembered I had read another book by the another such "rabbi" before [2] and realized that this faux rabbi was merely trying to gain credibility from having a Jewish background in a world where it has suddenly become cool to adopt some aspects of Jewish thought and practice, without going all the way Jewish with the Sabbath and Holy Days, to say nothing of tzittzit or phylacteries or anything like that.
The book's contents only vaguely and tangentially match the contents of the book of Revelation, but most readers will not take some 50 pages of this slightly more than 200 page book to realize it like I did. The book's chapter titles give a fair flavor of the material included in them, with discussions about "the revelation," Jacob's trouble, when and how the Antichrist will arise, God's wrath, the supposed rapture, Armageddon and the return of the Messiah, the marriage between God and His People, the salvation of all Israel, God's judgments and rewards, the supposed reality of hell, the Millennial reign of the Messiah, and then the New Heaven and the new earth, followed by some notes and biographical detail. The order of the book is a bit muddled, as one reads about hell before one reads about the Millennium, to say nothing about the second resurrection. Likewise, the author talks about life in heaven rather than the resurrection of the blessed at the return of Jesus Christ (consistently transliterated as Yeshua in this book), and manages to see a nonexistent rapture in scriptures that deal with the first resurrection at the seventh trumpet. Perhaps the author would do well to understand the book of Revelation before he presumes himself an expert enough to write on it.
Even so, this book is not a total waste. To be sure, it is not in any way a unique book. There are at least half a dozen books, and likely a good deal more, that rest on a bookshelf beside my bed that I have not read and reviewed yet that cover nearly the identical subjects or that have a very similar approach to the author, aside from the author's occasional use of fairly ordinary Hebrew terms in order to show his bona fides as a Jewish expert. Despite the fact that this book is somewhat redundant, it has its amusement and its charm, and the author is obviously sincere in his desire to give his audience a bit of understanding in how Revelation is part of a larger context of biblical prophetic material that depends on a proper understanding of the Hebrew scriptures. There are no doubt many readers who do not know this, and will be helped by the author's thoughtful citations and easy-to-read style. To be sure, some readers will be at least as far as the writer, if not farther, in understanding Revelation, but the author cannot be entirely blamed for wishing to write a book about the atmosphere of fear and the expectation of prophetic fulfillment that is so common in our age of anxiety.
[1] See, for example:
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2017...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2017...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2015...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2014...
https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2014...
[2] https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2016...
June 18, 2017
While I generally enjoyed the read, I did find that it was not entirely what I had expected. The title implies that the book of revelation will be decoded for you... an enormous claim in itself since there are literally thousands of books claiming to do so. But what made this title different, and why I decided to give it a read, is because the sub title said "Your guide to understanding the end times through the eyes of the Hebrew prophets". So this sounded like a new twist on an overdone subject.
There are many instances throughout the book where Rabbi Schneider compares Old and New Testaments matching up prophecy wise....however the bulk of the book is pretty much a general sermon. I was expected a thorough discussion on Revelation, but the Rabbi skipped many many parts of Revelation! there was so much left out that I felt the actual title of the book was a misnomer. I would have liked to see many cryptic parts of Revelation "decoded" however I still had almost as many unanswered questions at the end of the book as at the beginning. The Rabbi mostly delivered sermons on how God loves us all and wants everyone to be saved, how we should live our lives as God wants us to, and so on. All well and fine, but that was not what the book was purported to be about.
This is a great book if it is the very first one you are reading on this subject. This book will introduce you gently into eschatology. It is a light and easy read. But if you are already deep into eschatology, as I am, and have read many other books on the subject, this one will most likely be a waste of time since it covers lightly the same things in more complex books.
There are many instances throughout the book where Rabbi Schneider compares Old and New Testaments matching up prophecy wise....however the bulk of the book is pretty much a general sermon. I was expected a thorough discussion on Revelation, but the Rabbi skipped many many parts of Revelation! there was so much left out that I felt the actual title of the book was a misnomer. I would have liked to see many cryptic parts of Revelation "decoded" however I still had almost as many unanswered questions at the end of the book as at the beginning. The Rabbi mostly delivered sermons on how God loves us all and wants everyone to be saved, how we should live our lives as God wants us to, and so on. All well and fine, but that was not what the book was purported to be about.
This is a great book if it is the very first one you are reading on this subject. This book will introduce you gently into eschatology. It is a light and easy read. But if you are already deep into eschatology, as I am, and have read many other books on the subject, this one will most likely be a waste of time since it covers lightly the same things in more complex books.
November 12, 2021
Starts out well but as I read along it became clear that the author's understanding of the end times is an interpretation from a human mind not privy to the deeper esoteric meaning of Saint John's book. There is also a strongly Jewish bias often at loggerheads with how gentile christianity has been functioning since the days of Acts almost 2000 years ago.
If you want a deeper understanding of what Book of Revelation is about and how it plays out in history, this book will not give you a correct answer. It will give you an answer but not the correct one.
If you want a beginner's guide to what the Book of Revelation is and how it connects with what the prophets of the Old Testament said, then this is not a bad place to start on the condition that you do not accept his opinions on the end times as correct.
If you want a deeper understanding of what Book of Revelation is about and how it plays out in history, this book will not give you a correct answer. It will give you an answer but not the correct one.
If you want a beginner's guide to what the Book of Revelation is and how it connects with what the prophets of the Old Testament said, then this is not a bad place to start on the condition that you do not accept his opinions on the end times as correct.
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January 26, 2021Interesting!
This is a good read. Presents many ideas worth thinking about, but not so theological that it weighs you down.
This good Rabbi brings together the Old and New Testament to look into the End Times. He is very open and encourages the reader to study, pray and learn for themselves.
I appreciate he includes some anecdotes about himself, but he does not make himself the center of the book as many authors do.
Knowing the End Times are yet I happily recommend this book as a rich and sound voice among so many other.
This is a good read. Presents many ideas worth thinking about, but not so theological that it weighs you down.
This good Rabbi brings together the Old and New Testament to look into the End Times. He is very open and encourages the reader to study, pray and learn for themselves.
I appreciate he includes some anecdotes about himself, but he does not make himself the center of the book as many authors do.
Knowing the End Times are yet I happily recommend this book as a rich and sound voice among so many other.
August 20, 2017
Come Lord Jesus Christ
Thank you for your detailed explanations and supporting scripture references. This book helped me to see the truth.
I have always been studious of Revelations. Our churches are
Not teaching The End Days enough. We are in it now and time is short..we must be ready. I am renewed by your interpretation of
Revelation. may Jesus, beloved son of God, have mercy on us all.
Thank you for your detailed explanations and supporting scripture references. This book helped me to see the truth.
I have always been studious of Revelations. Our churches are
Not teaching The End Days enough. We are in it now and time is short..we must be ready. I am renewed by your interpretation of
Revelation. may Jesus, beloved son of God, have mercy on us all.
February 23, 2018
I was expecting this book to "decode" the symbolism in the book of Revelation, but despite its title, it fell short in that aspect. The book has covered the seven seals, seven trumpets, and seven bowls – but what about the beast with seven heads, ten horns, and crowns? Or even Harlot Babylon?
Nonetheless, it was a sobering read that has challenged my faith on many levels. And for that, 4 stars.
Nonetheless, it was a sobering read that has challenged my faith on many levels. And for that, 4 stars.
May 6, 2020
As Jesus is coming soon this is an important book to read. Written by a Messianic Jew we are given new eyes to understand the book of Revelation and the return of Jesus as seen in the Old Testament, especially the Exodus and Daniel. With their relationship with Revelation.
An important book for such a time as this.
I was given this book by Netgalley and the publisher. This is my voluntary and impartial review.
An important book for such a time as this.
I was given this book by Netgalley and the publisher. This is my voluntary and impartial review.
October 21, 2020
I really enjoyed the book, a bit short in that i did not want it to end, wanted more and more information. Has the author states, Revelations simplified to a childs understanding. A lot made sense in a simplified and easy to read manner.
The part on Hell, made me really think about what is important. Loved it and cannot wait until the author brings another book out, will buy and will read.
Today the clouds have really darkened for all of us.
Nigel
The part on Hell, made me really think about what is important. Loved it and cannot wait until the author brings another book out, will buy and will read.
Today the clouds have really darkened for all of us.
Nigel
June 27, 2021
Insightful and thought provoking.
I read this after doing a study of Revelation and this book helped clarify and solidify some of what I had previously been introduced to. Though the material in Revelations can be difficult, this author helps deliver tough messages with gentleness and truth. He also challenges you to live what you are learning. If you are at all curious regarding the future, this is definitely worth reading.
I read this after doing a study of Revelation and this book helped clarify and solidify some of what I had previously been introduced to. Though the material in Revelations can be difficult, this author helps deliver tough messages with gentleness and truth. He also challenges you to live what you are learning. If you are at all curious regarding the future, this is definitely worth reading.
June 18, 2017
Revelation Decoded
This is by far the most detailed explanation of the book of Revelation I have read. The Scriptures are faithfully presented and discussed. The book should be read by believers for insight into the end times, and by nonbelievers so that they can come to know the loving God and His Son Jesus before it is too late.
This is by far the most detailed explanation of the book of Revelation I have read. The Scriptures are faithfully presented and discussed. The book should be read by believers for insight into the end times, and by nonbelievers so that they can come to know the loving God and His Son Jesus before it is too late.
June 18, 2017
The Book of Revelation Decoded by Rabbi K.A. Schneider is a must read for all Christians, easy and clear to understand. Well written book with interesting perspective from a Jewish believer. This book helped to answer many questions I had.
I highly recommend this book
I received an advance copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I highly recommend this book
I received an advance copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
January 12, 2021
Rabbi Schneider, a Messianic Jew, takes us through a commentary based on the Hebrew Scriptures (Tanach) to unravel the book Revelation. While I may not line up with all of his interpretations, I have long held to and taught that the only way to interpret the symbolism and truths is by using the Old Testament scripture. Great read to encourage one to delve deeper into the Old Testament.
May 29, 2023
I found this book very easy to read and engaging. He refers back to some of the basic verses, which are familiar.
At first, I thought I was going to get a book that I would not understand especially because it was from a Jewish rabbi, and it definitely wasn’t. I would recommend this book if you are studying the Bible of Revelation it give you his commentary on the book.
At first, I thought I was going to get a book that I would not understand especially because it was from a Jewish rabbi, and it definitely wasn’t. I would recommend this book if you are studying the Bible of Revelation it give you his commentary on the book.
June 28, 2017
A must read
This is a must Read book it opens up revelation to the fullness it talks about God's love for his chosen people and the church revelation is not scary as a matter of fact to me it's a book of love for His people that we be with him forever
This is a must Read book it opens up revelation to the fullness it talks about God's love for his chosen people and the church revelation is not scary as a matter of fact to me it's a book of love for His people that we be with him forever
October 24, 2018
I always enjoy Rabbi Schneider's Teachings
Very interesting. After reading this, I will be watching Israel more closely than ever. If you want encouragement concerning the End Times, I recommend this book.
Very interesting. After reading this, I will be watching Israel more closely than ever. If you want encouragement concerning the End Times, I recommend this book.
March 6, 2019
Very interesting
I found it to be very good book to read. The only major issue is he is post-tribulation which I believe is in error of what the Bible teaches. Putting that aside, it is worthwhile reading
I found it to be very good book to read. The only major issue is he is post-tribulation which I believe is in error of what the Bible teaches. Putting that aside, it is worthwhile reading
July 10, 2020
A concise yet complete overview of Revelation. The connections he makes from the prophets to Revelation are extremely useful in expanding ones understanding of Revelation and comprehending the Bible as a single inspired book.
May 19, 2023
At times it was insightful, but at other times I got tired of listening to the authors, rhetoric and opinions. I hope this book would be more of an analysis between old testament scripture and the book of revelation but for the most part, it was a very long opinion statement from the author
October 20, 2017
Wow, this was incredible! Excited for our coming King to return and make all things right. Until then, be faithful to share the good news of Christ with all that cross our path!
October 13, 2018
I like Rabbi Schneider 's very clear and easily understood way of explaining a book of the Bible that could be difficult or frightening.
In fact he relates OT to NT so a continuity emerges .
In fact he relates OT to NT so a continuity emerges .
May 10, 2020
Good read!
I enjoyed the insight in revelations. He hits on some very good principles. This book will be helpful for those that care. Thank you!
I enjoyed the insight in revelations. He hits on some very good principles. This book will be helpful for those that care. Thank you!
May 26, 2020
Good book but not a true study of the book of Revelation. The author takes subjects within the text to jumps off into a topical study.
February 18, 2021
Excellent with lots of information to help us on our path to Christ.
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