Revelation

'In a commentary on Revelation, I expected Moo to engage with symbol, economics, and empire. I did not expect to read about Ethiopia's church forests, and a Texas creek restoration project as exegesis rather than illustration. What a delight! In Moo's surprising and winsome reading, Revelation reveals the New Testament's richest theology of creation. Rather than trying to 'decode' the book's mysteries, Moo shows how it points persistently toward worship. This is my new go-to for understanding this biblical finale.' *
—Ron Rienstra, Professor of Preaching & Worship Arts, Western Theological Seminary *
'Jonathan Moo has done what may appear to be impossible--he has written an accessible and approachable commentary to one of Scripture's most difficult and often neglected books. This commentary is full of insight, deftly handling the many twists and turns of the Apocalypse while illuminating its enigmatic imagery and historical and cultural background. All the while, it does so in a way that is eminently clear in its style and practical in its conclusions. It will be a gift to many readers.' *
—Kimlyn J. Bender, Foy Valentine Chair in Christian Theology and Ethics, George Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University *
'Jonathan Moo's commentary on Revelation is learned yet readable, theologically perceptive, and spiritually challenging. Interesting conversation partners (C. S. Lewis, Christina Rossetti, and Annie Dillard for starters) and distinctive emphases (worship, ecology, global realities) help ensure that it will stimulate lay people, students, pastors, and even scholars.' *
—Michael J. Gorman, Raymond E. Brown Professor of Biblical Studies and Theology, St. Mary's Seminary & University *
'Moo has written a commentary that both illuminates Revelation's meaning and guides the believer towards deeper faith and courage to follow the Lamb who was slain. This commentary is a salutary reminder that Revelation is not a code to crack but a call to faithful witness.' *
—Nijay K. Gupta, Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament, Northern Seminary *
'Moo's commentary is a remarkable achievement. It is beautifully written, informed by wide-ranging scholarship, and deeply attentive to Revelation's profound implications for discipleship today. This book is a gift to anyone who desires a deeper understanding of John's Apocalypse and Jesus Christ to whom it bears witness.' *
—Adam Neder, Professor of Theology, Belmont University *
'Pastors, students, and laypersons need commentaries on Revelation that are understandable, faithful, and sane. Jonathan Moo has written such a commentary. And he doesn't stop there. He explains how the message of the book applies to our lives today. I believe many will come to understand Revelation for the first time because of Moo's excellent commentary.' *
—Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary *
'Revelation is a strange and wonderful book. And its strangeness requires that we enter its world, rather than domesticating or distorting it by dragging it into our own. Jonathan Moo is an expert guide to this task, providing masterful explanations of Revelation's context and culture in a wonderfully accessible and engaging way. This exciting commentary will rekindle your excitement for the Book of Revelation, enabling you to see its profound relevance for today. I will certainly be consulting it in all my future reading.' *
—Ian Paul, Associate Senior Research Fellow, Kirby Laing Centre for Public Theology *
'The Book of Revelation often appears to be an incomprehensible (and frightening) mystery for many, but Jonathan Moo encourages us that 'Revelation is a book that belongs to worship.' This has implications for justice, creation care, politics, and consumerism, to name just a few. Moo does an excellent job developing these themes, both as they would have been understood in the first century and how they can be explored today. Moo intentionally seeks out and engages voices beyond his own social location as a Western white male. These dialogue partners--both domestic and global, both ancient and recent--add depth and richness to his own commentary. His illustrations from contemporary situations, including accounts from his own life, bring Revelation home in powerful ways. I look forward to using the book in my classes on Revelation! I enjoyed reading it and learned a lot along the way!' *
—Dana M. Harris, Professor of New Testament, Western Theological Seminary *