Day: March 20, 2008

Comments on the commentators of Revelations.

There are many similarities in the visions of Heaven that are recorded by Daniel, Ezekiel, and The Book of Revelations. It’s surprising how many commentators repeat words to the effect that “John was heavily incfluenced by Daniel.” Or, “John’s writing about his vision of Heaven follows the tradition established by Ezekiel.” Even more pretentious, “Johannine […]

Odd note on the Book of Revelations.

Readers of these columns know that there are sometimes references to the Book of Revelations from a Catholic Fundamentalist point of view. Over the past six months, I’ve read and re-read the Book many times. I’ve also read many of the commentaries on Revelations, as well as comments on the commentaries. What I thought were […]