Talk:Biblical Studies/New Testament Commentaries/Revelation/Chapter 20

The Final Judgment is a key component of Chapter 20 and has caused many different religious scholars to ponder the books described in this chapter. The Book of Deeds is believed to be a book that holds a record of every action, good or bad, of everyone who has ever lived. This book is used to show that God will never forget what every person has done in their individual life. The Book of Life is the second book discussed and many scholars believe that this book lists the people who believe in Jesus. Most scholars believe that this book was made possible when Jesus died for our sins.

There is much debate over the relevance of the Book of Deeds. In verse 15 John states that those whose names are not listed in the Book of Life will be thrown into the lake of fire. Does this mean that only one’s belief in Jesus matters and not their actions in life? If this is the case why did John mention the Book of Deeds? This topic is under much debate in the eyes of religious scholars. What do you believe?