Understanding the Who of Revelation

The first step in good hermeneutics is trying to determine the identity of the author and the audience.

The Author of Revelation is John

One of the Sons of Thunder. (Matthew 4:21-22)

He heard Jesus’s teachings. (Matthew 24:1-2)

He was part of Jesus’s inner circle. (Matthew 26:37)

He saw the work and wonder of the Messiah.

Miracles

Arrest and Crucifixion

Resurrection

Pentecost

He is a political prisoner because of:

Living by the Word of God

Speaking publicly about Jesus

He took seriously his role as a:

Theologian

Pastor

Poet

The Audience of Revelation is believers in Asia Minor

Partners in the Affliction

Partners in the Kingdom

Partners in the Endurance