Abyss in Revelation: A View from Below

Edward Gudeman's book "The Abyss in Revelation" argues that the heavenly scenes in Revelation demonstrate God's control even when the audience experiences suggest otherwise. He examines the motif and imagery of the abyss and the sea in various writings and shows that it is variously envisioned as the abode of evil creatures, the place from which they exit, and a prison that holds them captive. Gudeman demonstrates that God is in control of the activity of Satan and demonic beings and that their destruction is planned and certain. The book sheds light on Revelations message about how God responds to evil and advances our understanding of interpretive problems related to the abyss and its inhabitants.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 192 pages
\n Publication date: 07 September 2021
\n Publisher: Eisenbrauns
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It is widely believed that the heavenly scenes depicted in Revelations were intended to showcase that God maintained his control even when the experiences of the audience might suggest otherwise. In his book "The Abyss in Revelation," Edward Gudeman explores this notion and argues that, despite the contrasting perspective of the underworld and its inhabitants, the scenes powerfully convey God's sovereignty and power. Gudeman conducts a comprehensive examination of the motif and imagery of the abyss and the sea in various Old Testament, New Testament, Greco-Roman, and Second Temple Jewish writings. Through this analysis, he identifies traditions that John appropriates in Revelation to create his distinctive vision of the abyss. Gudeman demonstrates that the abyss and related concepts in Revelation are interpreted in diverse ways, including as the dwelling place of evil creatures, the exit point from which they originate, and a prison that confines them. Throughout his study, John consistently portrays God as in control of the actions of Satan and demonic beings, ensuring their destruction is both planned and inevitable.

This volume offers original and compelling insights into Revelations message about God's response to evil and contributes to our understanding of several interpretive challenges related to the abyss and its inhabitants. Particularly, biblical scholars will find Gudeman's research invaluable.

\n Weight: 418g\n
Dimension: 160 x 235 x 21 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781646021338\n \n