Apocalypse: Reading Revelation 21-22

The book of Revelation has perplexed and fascinated readers for centuries. In particular, its final two chapters-which contain the only extended description of heaven in the canon-beg for close examination and careful consideration. In this collection of essays, six scholars theologically examine Revelation chapters 21-22. With approaches ranging from textual criticism to intertextual readings to conceptual analysis, this book sheds new light on a most enigmatic text.