Early Reception History of the Book of Revelation

This chapter explores the early reception history of the book of Revelation, discussing the attestations from historical figures like Saint Justin the philosopher, Saint Justin Martyr, and Saint Irenaeus of Leon. It delves into the challenges faced by the book due to the teaching of kiliasm, explaining the differences between kiliasm and modern forms of pre-millennialism, as well as its association with heresies like Montanism. The chapter highlights the rehabilitation of the book through the commentaries of Saints like Saint Jerome and Andrew of Caesarea for a more widely accepted interpretation.