Triumph of the Lamb: A Commentary on Revelation by dennis e. johnson

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April 26,2025

I think this book is a great introductory commentary on Revelation. It covers background, approach, interpretations, and is strong on OT connections to the symbols. At 350 pages it is too short to get into too much discussion of alternative (non-idealistic) views, but it does cover the various millennial schools and interpretive options succinctly and fairly. I needed a bit more evaluation of things and discussion of the symbolism. It is very well written and clearly organized, a help in bringing out the structure of Revelation. Johnson is much more explanatory and much less dogmatic than Hendrickson, who I think also has a good, shorter introductory commentary. I definitely recommend this book.

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Lennon-Sama

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April 26,2025

Clear and enjoyable. Gives thought and detail to other interpretations as well. Great resource on a difficult book.

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Haegen

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April 26,2025

Fantastic book! Johnson presents the message of Revelation free from fear-mongering, date-setting, and hyper-speculation. It’s a book that points it’s readers to the mysterious truth that the Lion of Judah is a slain Lamb who will triumph in the end. Loved this book!

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Vernatha

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April 26,2025

Johnson provides a great book which is engaging for both novices to Revelation or more skilled interpreters of prophecy. It is highly readable, informative, and has plenty of footnotes if you're interested in tracking down more sources for further study. Best of all, it reads very nicely and does a great job of tying all the themes together to bring out the central message of Revelation: Christ has conquered the world and protects his church until the end.

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Nyano

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April 26,2025

T he book of Revelation is an unveiling, a vivid disclosure of invisible realities. Yet its bizarre imagery often leaves us puzzled. Dennis E. Johnson deftly guides us through questions about how to interpret Revelation, what it meant to its original audience, and how it equips us today. He explains that Revelation fortifies the church against the Enemy's wiles by disclosing the profound paradoxes of Christ?s victory and glory. The central themes of Revelation converge with Christ's triumph over the Enemy. Table of Contents: PDF". . . takes some of the best material on the interpretation of apocalyptic generally, and Revelation in particular, and presents it in a palatable, readable form. Johnson knows how to write, and his text is infused with a rare sanity."

D. A. Carson

". . . takes some of the best material on the interpretation of apocalyptic generally, and Revelation in particular, and presents it in a palatable, readable form. Johnson knows how to write, and his text is infused with a rare sanity."

S. M. Baugh

"Johnson writes with masterful skill without losing the reader down exegetical rabbit trails. Triumph of the Lamb is essential reading on Revelation from a man with unique qualifications as a well-loved pastor, New Testament scholar, and now professor of practical theology. This book is itself a triumph."

Dr. Kim Riddlebarger

The best all-around commentary on Revelation. Not as technical as Beale, up-to-date, unlike Hendricksen, but no fluff is found here either. A very helpful, user-friendly, and pastoral piece of work. If you buy only one commentary on Revelation, this should be it.

Dennis E. Johnson (Th.M., Westminster Theological Seminary; PhD., Fuller Theological Seminary) is professor of Practical Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary, California. He is also an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church in America, author of The Message in Acts in the History of Redemption, and a contributor to numerous books and theological journals.

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florisugent

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April 26,2025

This is a really good commentary on the book of Revelation from an Amillennial perspective. Both expositional and topical, Mr. Johnson does a great job of focusing the reader on the true intent of John's apocalyptic masterpiece, Jesus Christ and His triumph through redemptive history. Very sound biblically and exegetically and very clear teaching without bogging the reader down in obscure speculation. Great price on Kindle version makes this work accessible and attractive. Pick it up if you get the chance.

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jirioxy

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April 26,2025

A Great Commentary For Everyone

This commentary is not too long like GK Beale's 1000+ page scholarly work. It's not too short that things are skipped over. In other words, it's no too hard to read for a lay person and gives enough substance for a more serious student. This is a great commentary for everyone, especially for those who have the book of revelation all figured out. This would be a great book to introduce a different way to read it and apply it. The book of revelation was not just for John's first hearers. It is a book for everyone to hear these warnings and promises of God and see how these symbols help us live in our day. Johnson calls this "idealism." The strange symbols in Revelation were happening in John's day and they are still happening today. Revelation is for everyone and so is Triumph of the Lamb. Check it out! I found it very helpful.

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vashfrieddonuts

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April 26,2025

This is probably one of the best commentaries on Revelation. it is from an amil perspective. It makes the seemingly hard to understand book of Revelation understandable, but so does the amil understanding of escahtology.

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