Revelation for Normal People: A guide to the strangest and most dangerous book in the Bible - Robyn J. Whitaker

nIt has never been more important to read Revelation well.n n nn nWhether you love it, hate it, or avoid it like the plague, the last book of the Bible's influence permeates our cultural, political, and religious landscapes. From the so-bad-they're...still bad actually...Left Behind series, to conspiracy theories about microchips and barcodes, to all-too-real political discourse and actions, John's visions in Revelation reach far beyond anything their ancient author could have imagined. n n nn nBut what did John imagine? Who was he writing for and why? And what's the deal with all the hideous horned beasts? n n nn nJoin New Testament scholar Robyn Whitaker as she uncovers the real-world contexts behind this ancient apocalyptic text. A world occupied by an oppressive empire, a marginalized people, and a God committed to justice. Where a beast overthrown was a declaration of authority and a falling star was a statement of evil's demise. Where symbols gave voice to resistance and visions provided a glimpse of hope. A world utterly and entirely ancient.n n nn nOnly when we understand Revelation's ancient contexts can we begin to find meaning from it for our own. n n nn nLearn to read Revelation well with The Bible for Normal People-bringing the best in biblical scholarship to everyone. n n nn n nn