Revelation 3:1
And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: ἐκκλησίας (ekklēsias), “church”
Basic meaning: assembly. Strong’s: a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both).
KJV translates it as: assembly, church
Word root: from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and a derivative of G2564 (καλέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Notice Jesus " he that hath" not "holding" indicate the to the eternal church and the eternal message by His Spirit is in Him and not a external church with ministers opperating and doing their own thing again as in the time of the old sanagogue time.”
In this verse: ἀστέρας· (asteras), “stars”
Basic meaning: star. Strong’s: a star (as strown over the sky), literally or figuratively.
KJV translates it as: star
Word root: probably from the base of G4766 (στρώννυμι);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 3:1 marks a spiritual reality shift: Jesus is not just holding the Church as something external, He “has” the seven Spirits and the seven stars, showing the true Church is now part of His own being, filled and led by His Spirit.”
In this verse: ἔργα (erga), “deeds”
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);
In this verse: ζῇς (zēas), “you are alive”
Basic meaning: to live. Strong’s: to live (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: life(-time), (a-)live(-ly), quick
Word root: a primary verb;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“In Jesus, the true Church becomes His Body, alive in Him, His Spirit at work within, every messenger and every believer inseparable from His presence.”
Revelation 3:2
Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before God.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ἔργα (erga), “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
“Jesus says, “Your works aren’t perfect.” Why?”
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;
Revelation 3:3
Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: μετανόησον (metanoēson), “do repent”
Basic meaning: to repent. Strong’s: to think differently or afterwards, i.e. reconsider (morally, feel compunction).
KJV translates it as: repent
Word root: from G3326 (μετά) and G3539 (νοιέω);
In this verse: γνῷς (gnōs), “you may know”
Basic meaning: to know. Strong’s: to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed).
KJV translates it as: allow, be aware (of), feel, (have) know(-ledge), perceived, be resolved, can speak, be sure, understand
Word root: a prolonged form of a primary verb;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“It is a message to systems that claim to know God yet reject His Spirit.”
Revelation 3:4
Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ἐμόλυναν (emolunan), “soiled”
Basic meaning: to defile. Strong’s: to soil (figuratively).
KJV translates it as: defile
Word root: probably from G3189 (μέλας);
In this verse: λευκοῖς (leukois), “white”
Basic meaning: white. Strong’s: white.
KJV translates it as: white
Word root: from ("light");
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“In Bible symbolism, white clothes mean purity, victory, grace, and being made clean through Jesus, not religious effort.”
Revelation 3:5
He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: νικῶν (nikōn), “overcoming”
Basic meaning: to conquer. Strong’s: to subdue (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: conquer, overcome, prevail, get the victory
Word root: from G3529 (νίκη);
In this verse: λευκοῖς (leukois), “white”
Basic meaning: white. Strong’s: white.
KJV translates it as: white
Word root: from ("light");
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Those who do are promised white raiment purity, covering, and identity that only Jesus gives.”
In this verse: πατρός (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
“Jesus confesses your name because He took your place standing before the Father on your behalf as the Lamb of Atonement.”
Revelation 3:6
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: ἐκκλησίαις.¶ (ekklēsiais), “churches”
Basic meaning: assembly. Strong’s: a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both).
KJV translates it as: assembly, church
Word root: from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and a derivative of G2564 (καλέω);
Revelation 3:7
And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth;
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ἐκκλησίας (ekklēsias), “church”
Basic meaning: assembly. Strong’s: a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both).
KJV translates it as: assembly, church
Word root: from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and a derivative of G2564 (καλέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus introduces Himself to this faithful church as Holy and True, the very nature of God in human flesh.”
In this verse: ἀληθινός (alēthinos), “True [One]”
Basic meaning: true. Strong’s: truthful.
KJV translates it as: true
Word root: from G227 (ἀληθής);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“of Philadelphia write; = Meaning Philadelphia – “Brotherly Love” The fruit of true union with Jesus is love , first among believers, then to the world.”
In this verse: κλεῖν (klein), “key”
Basic meaning: key. Strong’s: a key (as shutting a lock), literally or figuratively.
KJV translates it as: key
Word root: from G2808 (κλείω);
Revelation 3:8
I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ἔργα (erga), “deeds”
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
“Their outward togetherness bears the fruit of falsehood; spiritually they belong to Satan because their deeds and testimony contradict the Gospel.”
In this verse: δύναμιν (dunamin), “power”
Basic meaning: power. Strong’s: force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself).
KJV translates it as: ability, abundance, meaning, might(-ily, -y, -y deed), (worker of) miracle(-s), power, strength, violence …
Word root: from G1410 (δύναμαι);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“You don’t have to stay tired and weary anymore.” The faithful under the old system faced real obstacles, especially with corrupt religious leaders who partnered with the Roman empire for power and greed.”
In this verse: λόγον (logon), “word”
Basic meaning: word. Strong’s: something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, (with the article in John) the Divine Expression (i.e. Christ).
KJV translates it as: account, cause, communication, X concerning, doctrine, fame, X have to do, intent, matter, mouth …
Word root: from G3004 (λέγω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Stay inwardly true (the “real Jew” of the heart), keep faith, and rest in the promise that Jesus love is the final word.”
Revelation 3:9
Behold, I will make them of the synagogue of Satan, which say they are Jews, and are not, but do lie; behold, I will make them to come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: γνῶσιν (gnōsin), “they may know”
Basic meaning: to know. Strong’s: to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed).
KJV translates it as: allow, be aware (of), feel, (have) know(-ledge), perceived, be resolved, can speak, be sure, understand
Word root: a prolonged form of a primary verb;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
““ To come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee.” In this powerful statement, Jesus reveals a profound truth: the true place of worship is no longer in temples made with hands, but in the hearts of men and women made new in Him.”
In this verse: ἠγάπησά (ēgapēsa), “loved”
Basic meaning: to love. Strong’s: to love (in a social or moral sense).
KJV translates it as: (be-)love(-ed)
Word root: perhaps from (much) (or compare G5689);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The false religious powers will bow and see that Jesus loved the faithful remnant all along.”
Revelation 3:10
Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: λόγον (logon), “word”
Basic meaning: word. Strong’s: something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, (with the article in John) the Divine Expression (i.e. Christ).
KJV translates it as: account, cause, communication, X concerning, doctrine, fame, X have to do, intent, matter, mouth …
Word root: from G3004 (λέγω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Those who remain rooted in Jesus (the Word of His patience) will stand firm, just as Jesus promised.”
In this verse: ὑπομονῆς (hupomonēs), “patient 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
“Echoes “kept from the hour of temptation” and reward for endurance.”
In this verse: πειρασμοῦ (peirasmou), “trial”
Basic meaning: temptation/testing. Strong’s: a putting to proof (by experiment (of good), experience (of evil), solicitation, discipline or provocation); by implication, adversity.
KJV translates it as: temptation, X try
Word root: from G3985 (πειράζω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The “hour of temptation” is more than one moment it is the great spiritual trial faced by all who follow Jesus.”
Revelation 3:11
Behold, I come quickly: hold that fast which thou hast, that no man take thy crown.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: στέφανόν (stephanon), “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);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 3:11 says, “Behold, I come quickly: hold that fast which thou hast, that no man take thy crown.” This crown is not a future reward stored in heaven, but a present, earthly revelation of spiritual kingship in Jesus.”
Revelation 3:12
Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God, and he shall go no more out: and I will write upon him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, which is new Jerusalem, which cometh down out of heaven from my God: and I will write upon him my new name.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: νικῶν (nikōn), “overcoming”
Basic meaning: to conquer. Strong’s: to subdue (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: conquer, overcome, prevail, get the victory
Word root: from G3529 (νίκη);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The overcoming believer becomes part of this eternal spiritual building.”
In this verse: ναῷ (naō), “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
“Galatians 2:9 – “James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given unto me.” 1 Timothy 3:15 – “The church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth.” Revelation 21:22 – “And I saw no temple therein: for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it.””
In this verse: καινῆς (kainēs), “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: Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalēm), “Jerusalem”
Basic meaning: Jerusalem. Strong’s: Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine.
KJV translates it as: Jerusalem
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03389);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The overcomer is joined to the Bride, the New Jerusalem.”
Revelation 3:13
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: ἐκκλησίαις.¶ (ekklēsiais), “churches”
Basic meaning: assembly. Strong’s: a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both).
KJV translates it as: assembly, church
Word root: from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and a derivative of G2564 (καλέω);
Revelation 3:14
And unto the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write; These things saith the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation of God;
Greek words · 2
In this verse: μάρτυς (martus), “Witness”
Basic meaning: witness. Strong’s: a witness (literally (judicially) or figuratively (genitive case)); by analogy, a "martyr".
KJV translates it as: martyr, record, witness
Word root: of uncertain affinity;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Gods spirit is stating that He witnessed the fall of man-wise up and don’t fall into the same trap of deception.”
In this verse: πιστὸς (pistos), “faithful”
Basic meaning: faithful. Strong’s: objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful.
KJV translates it as: believe(-ing, -r), faithful(-ly), sure, true
Word root: from G3982 (πείθω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“He is the Faithful and True Witness the One who speaks only what is real, pure, and full of light.”
Revelation 3:15
I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ἔργα (erga), “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);
In this verse: ψυχρὸς (psuchros), “cold”
Basic meaning: cold. Strong’s: chilly (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: cold
Word root: from G5592 (ψύχος);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“This scripture is about the symbolic tension between the old system (cold) and the new, Spirit-filled life (hot).”
Revelation 3:16
So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: χλιαρὸς (chliaros), “lukewarm”
Basic meaning: lukewarm. Strong’s: tepid.
KJV translates it as: lukewarm
Word root: from (to warm);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus is saying you are not faithful and true in what my Father expected from you in the old covenant temple worship and you don’t recognize me as the Messiah, now you are lukewarm, bad in the first and even worst in the second, I want nothing to do with this anymore!”
Revelation 3:17
Because thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ταλαίπωρος (talaipōros), “wretched”
Basic meaning: wretched. Strong’s: enduring trial, i.e. miserable.
KJV translates it as: wretched
Word root: from the base of G5007 (τάλαντον) and a derivative of the base of G3984 (πεῖρα);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus names their true condition: not rich, but wretched, blind, and naked.”
In this verse: πτωχὸς (ptōchos), “poor”
Basic meaning: poor. Strong’s: akin to G4422 (πτοέω) and the alternate of G4098 (πίπτω)); a beggar (as cringing), i.e. pauper (strictly denoting absolute or public mendicancy, although also used in a qualified or relative sense; whereas G3993 (πένης) properly means only straitened circumstances in private), literally (often as noun) or figuratively (distressed).
KJV translates it as: beggar(-ly), poor
Word root: from (to crouch);
Revelation 3:18
I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich; and white raiment, that thou mayest be clothed, and that the shame of thy nakedness do not appear; and anoint thine eyes with eyesalve, that thou mayest see.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: συμβουλεύω (sumbouleuō), “I counsel”
Basic meaning: to consult. Strong’s: to give (or take) advice jointly, i.e. recommend, deliberate or determine.
KJV translates it as: consult, (give, take) counsel (together)
Word root: from G4862 (σύν) and G1011 (βουλεύω);
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 gives His remedy to their condition, not rejection, but invitation: “ Let go of what you think makes you rich and come to Me.” Gold tried in the fire with Faith that’s been purified through surrender, not built on self.”
In this verse: λευκὰ (leuka), “white”
Basic meaning: white. Strong’s: white.
KJV translates it as: white
Word root: from ("light");
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“White raiment is Righteousness found in Jesus alone, not in appearance or wealth.”
In this verse: αἰσχύνη (aischunē), “shame”
Basic meaning: shame. Strong’s: shame or disgrace (abstractly or concretely).
KJV translates it as: dishonesty, shame
Word root: from G153 (αἰσχύνομαι);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Be Purified – Wealth Is Christ – You are Blind in Shame!”
Revelation 3:19
As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: μετανόησον (metanoēson), “do repent”
Basic meaning: to repent. Strong’s: to think differently or afterwards, i.e. reconsider (morally, feel compunction).
KJV translates it as: repent
Word root: from G3326 (μετά) and G3539 (νοιέω);
Deeper meaning, from It is Finished!
““Repent” Greek: metanoeō, To change one’s mind and purpose, to turn from error and embrace God’s way.”
Revelation 3:20
Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: κρούω (krouō), “knock”
Basic meaning: to knock. Strong’s: to rap.
KJV translates it as: knock
Word root: apparently a primary verb;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus is not forcing His way in, He knocks.”
In this verse: δειπνήσω (deipnēsō), “I will dine”
Basic meaning: to dine. Strong’s: to dine, i.e. take the principle (or evening) meal.
KJV translates it as: sup (X -er)
Word root: from G1173 (δεῖπνον);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
““ Sup” (dine) symbolizes fellowship, intimacy, and often covenant renewal.”
Revelation 3:21
To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: νικῶν (nikōn), “overcoming”
Basic meaning: to conquer. Strong’s: to subdue (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: conquer, overcome, prevail, get the victory
Word root: from G3529 (νίκη);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Overcoming is not about human effort but it’s about remaining in faithful union with Jesus, the true Overcomer ( John 16:33 ).”
In this verse: πατρός (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;
Revelation 3:22
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: ἐκκλησίαις.¶ (ekklēsiais), “churches”
Basic meaning: assembly. Strong’s: a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both).
KJV translates it as: assembly, church
Word root: from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and a derivative of G2564 (καλέω);