Revelation 14:1
1."And I looked, and, lo, a Lamb stood on the mount Sion, and with him an hundred forty and four thousand, having his Father’s name written in their foreheads."
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ἀρνίον (arnion), “Lamb”
Basic meaning: lamb. Strong’s: a lambkin.
KJV translates it as: lamb
Word root: diminutive from G704 (ἀρήν);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The Lamb standing on Mount Sion reveals that Jesus finished work is the foundation of the Kingdom.”
In this verse: Σιὼν (Siōn), “Zion”
Basic meaning: Zion. Strong’s: Sion (i.e. Tsijon), a hill of Jerusalem; figuratively, the Church (militant or triumphant).
KJV translates it as: Sion
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H06726);
Deeper meaning, from It is Finished!
“Mount Sion represents the spiritual Kingdom of God established through Jesus, unshakable, heavenly, and eternal.”
In this verse: πατρὸς (patros), “Father”
Basic meaning: father. Strong’s: a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote).
KJV translates it as: father, parent
Word root: apparently a primary word;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Those with Him are the redeemed, marked not with worldly titles but with the name of the Father, a sign of identity, covenant, and union.”
Revelation 14:2
And I heard a voice from heaven, as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of a great thunder: and I heard the voice of harpers harping with their harps:
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ὑδάτων (hudatōn), “of waters”
Basic meaning: water. Strong’s: water (as if rainy) literally or figuratively.
KJV translates it as: water
Word root: from the base of G5205 (ὑετός);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The sound of many waters and harps signals the glory and triumph of Jesus as the once-crucified, now-victorious King.”
In this verse: κιθαρῳδῶν (kitharōdōn), “of harpists”
Basic meaning: harpist. Strong’s: a lyre-singer(-player), i.e. harpist.
KJV translates it as: harper
Word root: from G2788 (κιθάρα) and a derivative of the same as G5603 (ᾠδή);
In this verse: κιθαριζόντων (kitharizontōn), “harping”
Basic meaning: to play the harp. Strong’s: to play on a lyre.
KJV translates it as: harp
Word root: from G2788 (κιθάρα);
Revelation 14:3
And they sung as it were a new song before the throne, and before the four beasts, and the elders: and no man could learn that song but the hundred and forty and four thousand, which were redeemed from the earth.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: καινὴν (kainēn), “new”
Basic meaning: new.
KJV translates it as: new
Word root: of uncertain affinity; new (especially in freshness; while G3501 (νέος) is properly so with respect to age
In this verse: θρόνου (thronou), “throne”
Basic meaning: throne. Strong’s: a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate.
KJV translates it as: seat, throne
Word root: from (to sit);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The New Song Revelation 14:3 “And they sung as it were a new song before the throne... and no man could learn that song but the hundred and forty and four thousand, which were redeemed from the earth.” This is the song of grace, the melody of the cross.”
In this verse: μαθεῖν (mathein), “to learn”
Basic meaning: to learn. Strong’s: to learn (in any way).
KJV translates it as: learn, understand
Word root: prolongation from a primary verb, another form of which, , is used as an alternate in certain tenses;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The New Song Revelation 14:3 “And they sung as it were a new song before the throne... and no man could learn that song but the hundred and forty and four thousand, which were redeemed from the earth.” This is the song of grace, the melody of the cross.”
Revelation 14:4
These are they which were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. These were redeemed from among men, being the firstfruits unto God and to the Lamb.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: γυναικῶν (gunaikōn), “women”
Basic meaning: woman. Strong’s: a woman; specially, a wife.
KJV translates it as: wife, woman
Word root: probably from the base of G1096 (γίνομαι);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“They are not corrupted by false doctrines or idolatrous systems (often symbolized as harlot women.) This is not obtained by natural way of life choices but the purity comes by His atonement on the cross.”
In this verse: ἀρνίῳ (arniō), “Lamb”
Basic meaning: lamb. Strong’s: a lambkin.
KJV translates it as: lamb
Word root: diminutive from G704 (ἀρήν);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“They are led by the Spirit and walk in step with Jesus, their Shepherd and Lamb.”
In this verse: Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou), “Jesus”
Basic meaning: Jesus/Joshua. Strong’s: Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites.
KJV translates it as: Jesus
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03091);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“They are led by the Spirit and walk in step with Jesus, their Shepherd and Lamb.”
Revelation 14:5
And in their mouth was found no guile: for they are without fault before the throne of God.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: θρόνου (thronou), “throne”
Basic meaning: throne. Strong’s: a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate.
KJV translates it as: seat, throne
Word root: from (to sit);
This word is in the Textus Receptus (the Greek text behind the KJV) and the Byzantine text; modern critical editions (NA28) leave it out.
In this verse: θεοῦ.¶ (theou), “God”
Basic meaning: God. Strong’s: figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.
KJV translates it as: X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward)
Word root: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with G3588 (ὁ)) the supreme Divinity;
This word is in the Textus Receptus (the Greek text behind the KJV) and the Byzantine text; modern critical editions (NA28) leave it out.
Revelation 14:6
And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people,
Greek words · 3
In this verse: εὐαγγέλιον (euangelion), “[the] glad tidings”
Basic meaning: gospel. Strong’s: a good message, i.e. the gospel.
KJV translates it as: gospel
Word root: from the same as G2097 (εὐαγγελίζω);
In this verse: αἰώνιον (aiōnion), “everlasting”
Basic meaning: eternal. Strong’s: perpetual (also used of past time, or past and future as well).
KJV translates it as: eternal, for ever, everlasting, world (began)
Word root: from G165 (αἰών);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“John 3:34 “For God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.” Jesus has the fullness of the Holy Spirit, He is the messenger of the everlasting Gospel.”
In this verse: εὐαγγελίσαι (euangelisai), “to evangelise”
Basic meaning: to speak good news. Strong’s: to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel.
KJV translates it as: declare, bring (declare, show) glad (good) tidings, preach (the gospel)
Word root: from G2095 (εὖ) and G32 (ἄγγελος);
Revelation 14:7
Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment is come: and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: δόξαν (doxan), “glory”
Basic meaning: glory. Strong’s: glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective).
KJV translates it as: dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship
Word root: from the base of G1380 (δοκέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Giving glory means acknowledging the cross, the resurrection, and Jesus' finished work as the ultimate display of God's nature and love.”
In this verse: κρίσεως (kriseōs), “judgment”
Basic meaning: judgment. Strong’s: decision (subjectively or objectively, for or against); by extension, a tribunal; by implication, justice (especially, divine law).
KJV translates it as: accusation, condemnation, damnation, judgment
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“This “hour” refers to the judgment placed on Jesus at the cross, a central, once-for-all act in redemptive history.”
In this verse: προσκυνήσατε (proskunēsate), “do worship”
Basic meaning: to worship. Strong’s: to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore).
KJV translates it as: worship
Word root: from G4314 (πρός) and a probable derivative of G2965 (κύων) (meaning to kiss, like a dog licking his master's hand);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“This is not a threat, but a Gospel announcement, proclaiming the finished work of the cross and calling all creation to worship the Lamb.”
In this verse: ὑδάτων.¶ (hudatōn), “of waters”
Basic meaning: water. Strong’s: water (as if rainy) literally or figuratively.
KJV translates it as: water
Word root: from the base of G5205 (ὑετός);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Genesis 1:20–21 – "Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life..."”
Revelation 14:8
And there followed another angel, saying, Babylon is fallen, is fallen, that great city, because she made all nations drink of the wine of the wrath of her fornication.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: Βαβυλὼν (Babulōn), “Babylon”
Basic meaning: Babylon. Strong’s: Babylon, the capitol of Chaldæa (literally or figuratively (as a type of tyranny)).
KJV translates it as: Babylon
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H0894);
Deeper meaning, from It is Finished!
“Babylon represents the corrupted religious system, a mixture of law, greed, and spiritual control.”
In this verse: θυμοῦ (thumou), “of wrath”
Basic meaning: wrath. Strong’s: passion (as if breathing hard).
KJV translates it as: fierceness, indignation, wrath
Word root: from G2380 (θύω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus drank the true cup of wrath, so we could drink the cup of grace.”
In this verse: πορνείας (porneias), “immorality”
Basic meaning: sexual sin. Strong’s: harlotry (including adultery and incest); figuratively, idolatry.
KJV translates it as: fornication
Word root: from G4203 (πορνεύω);
Revelation 14:9
And the third angel followed them, saying with a loud voice, If any man worship the beast and his image, and receive his mark in his forehead, or in his hand,
Greek words · 2
In this verse: προσκυνεῖ (proskunei), “worships”
Basic meaning: to worship. Strong’s: to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore).
KJV translates it as: worship
Word root: from G4314 (πρός) and a probable derivative of G2965 (κύων) (meaning to kiss, like a dog licking his master's hand);
In this verse: θηρίον (thērion), “beast”
Basic meaning: wild animal. Strong’s: a dangerous animal.
KJV translates it as: (venomous, wild) beast
Word root: diminutive from the same as G2339 (θήρα);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“To worship the beast is to reject Jesus and cling to the old ways.”
Revelation 14:10
The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture into the cup of his indignation; and he shall be tormented with fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy angels, and in the presence of the Lamb:
Greek words · 4
In this verse: θυμοῦ (thumou), “anger”
Basic meaning: wrath. Strong’s: passion (as if breathing hard).
KJV translates it as: fierceness, indignation, wrath
Word root: from G2380 (θύω);
In this verse: ὀργῆς (orgēs), “wrath”
Basic meaning: wrath. Strong’s: properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the mind), i.e. (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable) abhorrence); by implication punishment.
KJV translates it as: anger, indignation, vengeance, wrath
Word root: from G3713 (ὀρέγομαι);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus drank the cup of wrath for us ( Luke 22:42 ), and for those in Him, that cup is mixed with grace.”
In this verse: πυρὶ (puri), “fire”
Basic meaning: fire. Strong’s: "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially, lightning).
KJV translates it as: fiery, fire
Word root: a primary word;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“A consuming fire for those who chose not to be covered by grace.”
In this verse: ἁγίων (hagiōn), “holy”
Basic meaning: holy. Strong’s: sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated).
KJV translates it as: (most) holy (one, thing), saint
Word root: from (an awful thing) (compare G53 (ἁγνός), G2282 (θάλπω));
Revelation 14:11
And the smoke of their torment ascendeth up for ever and ever: and they have no rest day nor night, who worship the beast and his image, and whosoever receiveth the mark of his name.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ἀνάπαυσιν (anapausin), “rest”
Basic meaning: rest. Strong’s: intermission; by implication, recreation.
KJV translates it as: rest
Word root: from G373 (ἀναπαύω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus is rest, outside of Him is only fire, noise, and confusion.”
In this verse: προσκυνοῦντες (proskunountes), “worshiping”
Basic meaning: to worship. Strong’s: to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore).
KJV translates it as: worship
Word root: from G4314 (πρός) and a probable derivative of G2965 (κύων) (meaning to kiss, like a dog licking his master's hand);
In this verse: θηρίον (thērion), “beast”
Basic meaning: wild animal. Strong’s: a dangerous animal.
KJV translates it as: (venomous, wild) beast
Word root: diminutive from the same as G2339 (θήρα);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Isaiah 57:20–21 – “The wicked are like the troubled sea… There is no peace... to the wicked.” and "Who worship the beast and his image, and whosoever receiveth the mark of his name."”
Revelation 14:12
Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ὑπομονὴ (hupomonē), “endurance”
Basic meaning: perseverance. Strong’s: cheerful (or hopeful) endurance, constancy.
KJV translates it as: enduring, patience, patient continuance (waiting)
Word root: from G5278 (ὑπομένω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“This patience is not passive waiting, it’s endurance through trials while staying rooted in Jesus.”
In this verse: πίστιν (pistin), “faith”
Basic meaning: faith. Strong’s: persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salvation; abstractly, constancy in such profession; by extension, the system of religious (Gospel) truth itself.
KJV translates it as: assurance, belief, believe, faith, fidelity
Word root: from G3982 (πείθω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“True faith endures not by legal obedience but by resting in the finished work of Jesus.”
Revelation 14:13
And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: κυρίῳ (kuriō), “the Lord”
Basic meaning: lord. Strong’s: supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title).
KJV translates it as: God, Lord, master, Sir
Word root: from (supremacy);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
““ Die in the Lord” means believers who enter into union with Jesus death, they are no longer under the curse of Adam, but are alive in the Spirit.”
In this verse: πνεῦμα (pneuma), “Spirit”
Basic meaning: spirit/breath. Strong’s: a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, mental disposition, etc., or (superhuman) an angel, demon, or (divine) God, Christ's spirit, the Holy Spirit.
KJV translates it as: ghost, life, spirit(-ual, -ually), mind
Word root: from G4154 (πνέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
““ Die in the Lord” means believers who enter into union with Jesus death, they are no longer under the curse of Adam, but are alive in the Spirit.”
In this verse: ἔργα (erga), “the works”
Basic meaning: work. Strong’s: toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act.
KJV translates it as: deed, doing, labour, work
Word root: from a primary (but obsolete) (to work);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“These are not dead religious works, but Spirit-led, grace-empowered fruit that flow from relationship with Jesus.”
Revelation 14:14
And I looked, and behold a white cloud, and upon the cloud one sat like unto the Son of man, having on his head a golden crown, and in his hand a sharp sickle. This is Jesus, the Lord of the Harvest, crowned in glory, ready to gather His own. The sickle is sharp, not to destroy, but to reap. The white cloud is purity, and the golden crown speaks of royal completion. The time has come to gather what His blood has purchased. The white cloud represents the glory and presence of God (Exodus 40:34; Luke 9:34-35). Jesus return or manifestation is in glory, not flesh.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: νεφέλη (nephelē), “a cloud”
Basic meaning: cloud. Strong’s: properly, cloudiness, i.e. (concretely) a cloud.
KJV translates it as: cloud
Word root: from G3509 (νέφος);
In this verse: λευκή (leukē), “white”
Basic meaning: white. Strong’s: white.
KJV translates it as: white
Word root: from ("light");
In this verse: στέφανον (stephanon), “a crown”
Basic meaning: crown. Strong’s: a chaplet (as a badge of royalty, a prize in the public games or a symbol of honor generally; but more conspicuous and elaborate than the simple fillet, G1238 (διάδημα)), literally or figuratively.
KJV translates it as: crown
Word root: from an apparently primary (to twine or wreathe);
Deeper meaning, from It is Finished!
“The crown (stephanos) signifies victory and kingship.”
Revelation 14:15
And another angel came out of the temple, crying with a loud voice to him that sat on the cloud, Thrust in thy sickle, and reap: for the time is come for thee to reap; for the harvest of the earth is ripe.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: ναοῦ (naou), “temple”
Basic meaning: temple. Strong’s: a fane, shrine, temple.
KJV translates it as: shrine, temple
Word root: from a primary (to dwell);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The heavenly temple = Jesus finished work in heaven.”
In this verse: θέρισον (therison), “do reap”
Basic meaning: to reap. Strong’s: to harvest.
KJV translates it as: reap
Word root: from G2330 (θέρος) (in the sense of the crop);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“This indicate the spiritual implication of the cross, the reaping of the harvest is possible because of Jesus - the earth was reaped is a declaration of accomplishment!”
In this verse: ἐξηράνθη (exēranthē), “has ripened”
Basic meaning: to dry. Strong’s: to desiccate; by implication, to shrivel, to mature.
KJV translates it as: dry up, pine away, be ripe, wither (away)
Word root: from G3584 (ξηρός);
In this verse: θερισμὸς (therismos), “harvest”
Basic meaning: harvest. Strong’s: reaping, i.e. the crop.
KJV translates it as: harvest
Word root: from G2325 (θερίζω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Together, this passage unveils the Trinity in action : Jesus finished redemption, God dwells among us, and the Spirit empowers the harvest.”
Revelation 14:16
And he that sat on the cloud thrust in his sickle on the earth; and the earth was reaped.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: νεφέλης (nephelēs), “cloud”
Basic meaning: cloud. Strong’s: properly, cloudiness, i.e. (concretely) a cloud.
KJV translates it as: cloud
Word root: from G3509 (νέφος);
Text note: the Textus Receptus (behind the KJV) reads νεφέλην (nephelēn) here; this card shows the modern critical text (NA28).
In this verse: ἐθερίσθη (etheristhē), “was harvested”
Basic meaning: to reap. Strong’s: to harvest.
KJV translates it as: reap
Word root: from G2330 (θέρος) (in the sense of the crop);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The earth being reaped points to souls being saved and added to the Kingdom, spiritually harvested through the Gospel ( Acts 2:41; Revelation 5:9–10 ).”
Revelation 14:17
And another angel came out of the temple which is in heaven, he also having a sharp sickle.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ναοῦ (naou), “temple”
Basic meaning: temple. Strong’s: a fane, shrine, temple.
KJV translates it as: shrine, temple
Word root: from a primary (to dwell);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The angel here is symbolic of the Holy Spirit, sent from the heavenly temple after the veil was torn ( John 14:16–17; Acts 2:33 ).”
In this verse: δρέπανον (drepanon), “a sickle”
Basic meaning: sickle. Strong’s: a gathering hook (especially for harvesting).
KJV translates it as: sickle
Word root: from (to pluck);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Just as Jesus reaps, the Spirit works in unity to gather the souls, the sickle in His hand symbolizes power, precision, and divine authority to save.”
Revelation 14:18
And another angel came out from the altar, which had power over fire; and cried with a loud cry to him that had the sharp sickle, saying, Thrust in thy sharp sickle, and gather the clusters of the vine of the earth; for her grapes are fully ripe.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: θυσιαστηρίου (thusiastēriou), “altar”
Basic meaning: altar. Strong’s: a place of sacrifice, i.e. an altar (special or genitive case, literal or figurative).
KJV translates it as: altar
Word root: from a derivative of G2378 (θυσία);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus as the One with power over the altar and fire, the offering, the Intercessor, and the Baptizer in Spirit and fire ( Luke 24:49 ).”
In this verse: ἐξουσίαν (exousian), “authority”
Basic meaning: authority. Strong’s: privilege, i.e. (subjectively) force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (objectively) mastery (concretely, magistrate, superhuman, potentate, token of control), delegated influence.
KJV translates it as: authority, jurisdiction, liberty, power, right, strength
Word root: from G1832 (ἔξεστι) (in the sense of ability);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Refers to Jesus’ authority to baptize with the Holy Ghost and fire ( Matthew 3:11 ).”
In this verse: πυρὸς (puros), “fire”
Basic meaning: fire. Strong’s: "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially, lightning).
KJV translates it as: fiery, fire
Word root: a primary word;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus as the One with power over the altar and fire, the offering, the Intercessor, and the Baptizer in Spirit and fire ( Luke 24:49 ).”
In this verse: ἐφώνησεν (ephōnēsen), “he called”
Basic meaning: to call. Strong’s: to emit a sound (animal, human or instrumental); by implication, to address in words or by name, also in imitation.
KJV translates it as: call (for), crow, cry
Word root: from G5456 (φωνή);
Revelation 14:19
And the angel thrust in his sickle into the earth, and gathered the vine of the earth, and cast it into the great winepress of the wrath of God.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ἐτρύγησεν (etrugēsen), “gathered”
Basic meaning: to harvest. Strong’s: to collect the vintage.
KJV translates it as: gather
Word root: from a derivative of (to dry) meaning ripe fruit (as if dry);
In this verse: θυμοῦ (thumou), “wrath”
Basic meaning: wrath. Strong’s: passion (as if breathing hard).
KJV translates it as: fierceness, indignation, wrath
Word root: from G2380 (θύω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The winepress represents the Cross, where God’s wrath against sin was poured out fully on Jesus ( Isaiah 53:5–6; Romans 5:9 ).”
In this verse: θεοῦ (theou), “of God”
Basic meaning: God. Strong’s: figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.
KJV translates it as: X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward)
Word root: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with G3588 (ὁ)) the supreme Divinity;
Revelation 14:20
And the winepress was trodden without the city, and blood came out of the winepress, even unto the horse bridles, by the space of a thousand and six hundred furlongs.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: αἷμα (haima), “blood”
Basic meaning: blood. Strong’s: blood, literally (of men or animals), figuratively (the juice of grapes) or specially (the atoning blood of Christ); by implication, bloodshed, also kindred.
KJV translates it as: blood
Word root: of uncertain derivation;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“You will see the use of 3 and a half again related to Jesus Ministry/Jesus blood will complete His ministry of 3 and half years completely and effectively -Perfect measurement.”
In this verse: χαλινῶν (chalinōn), “bridles”
Basic meaning: bridle. Strong’s: a curb or head-stall (as curbing the spirit).
KJV translates it as: bit, bridle
Word root: from G5465 (χαλάω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The horse often represents power, movement, or war, here the blood reaching the horse bridles symbolize that even spiritual warfare is overcome through the blood.”