Revelation 7:1
And after these things I saw four angels standing on the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, nor on the sea, nor on any tree.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: γωνίας (gōnias), “corners”
Basic meaning: corner. Strong’s: an angle.
KJV translates it as: corner, quarter
Word root: probably akin to G1119 (γόνυ);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:1, “The Spirit is not Moving!” “And after these things I saw four angels standing on the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, nor on the sea, nor on any tree.””
In this verse: ἀνέμους (anemous), “winds”
Basic meaning: wind. Strong’s: wind; (plural) by implication, (the four) quarters (of the earth).
KJV translates it as: wind
Word root: from the base of G109 (ἀήρ);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Between the Cross and Pentecost , the “silent winds” as Jesus in the grave (and even His ascension) before the outpouring of the Spirit at Pentecost.”
In this verse: πνέῃ (pneē), “may blow”
Basic meaning: to blow. Strong’s: to breathe hard, i.e. breeze.
KJV translates it as: blow
Word root: a primary word;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:1, “The Spirit is not Moving!” “And after these things I saw four angels standing on the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, nor on the sea, nor on any tree.””
Revelation 7:2
And I saw another angel ascending from the east, having the seal of the living God: and he cried with a loud voice to the four angels, to whom it was given to hurt the earth and the sea,
Greek words · 4
In this verse: ἀνατολῆς (anatolēs), “[the] rising”
Basic meaning: east. Strong’s: a rising of light, i.e. dawn (figuratively); by implication, the east (also in plural).
KJV translates it as: dayspring, east, rising
Word root: from G393 (ἀνατέλλω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“His resurrection was the rising of the true Light of the world.”
In this verse: σφραγῖδα (sphragida), “[the] seal”
Basic meaning: seal. Strong’s: a signet (as fencing in or protecting from misappropriation); by implication, the stamp impressed (as a mark of privacy, or genuineness), literally or figuratively.
KJV translates it as: seal
Word root: probably strengthened from G5420 (φράσσω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“After Jesus ascended, the Holy Spirit came from heaven "like a wind" Rev 6:13 and began working on the earth, sealing hearts, empowering the Church, and spreading the gospel to the nations.”
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;
In this verse: ζῶντος (zōntos), “[the] living”
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
“This is Jesus, the Risen Son of God, who ascends with divine authority and bears the seal of the living God, a seal only He was worthy to open ( Revelation 5:5 ).”
Revelation 7:3
Saying, Hurt not the earth, neither the sea, nor the trees, till we have sealed the servants of our God in their foreheads.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: σφραγίσωμεν (sphragisōmen), “we may have sealed”
Basic meaning: to seal. Strong’s: to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest.
KJV translates it as: (set a, set to) seal up, stop
Word root: from G4973 (σφραγίς);
Text note: the Textus Receptus (behind the KJV) reads σφραγίζωμεν (sphragizōmen) here; this card shows the modern critical text (NA28).
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Before judgment could be poured out, God’s people had to be sealed not just protected, but marked by the Spirit through faith in Jesus.”
In this verse: δούλους (doulous), “servants”
Basic meaning: slave. Strong’s: a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency).
KJV translates it as: bond(-man), servant
Word root: from G1210 (δέω);
Revelation 7:4
And I heard the number of them which were sealed: and there were sealed an hundred and forty and four thousand of all the tribes of the children of Israel.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ἐσφραγισμένων· (esphragismenōn), “sealed”
Basic meaning: to seal. Strong’s: to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest.
KJV translates it as: (set a, set to) seal up, stop
Word root: from G4973 (σφραγίς);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The 144,000 is not a literal headcount, but a prophetic picture of the complete, spiritually sealed people of God, Jew and Gentile now one body in Jesus.”
In this verse: Ἰσραήλ· (Israēl), “of Israel”
Basic meaning: Israel. Strong’s: Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: Israel
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03478);
Deeper meaning, from It is Finished!
“He takes the remnant of Israel and grafts in the nations, building a spiritual house where each believer is a living stone with Jesus as the Cornerstone the old builders rejected.”
Revelation 7:5
Of the tribe of Juda were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Reuben were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Gad were sealed twelve thousand.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ἐσφραγισμένοι· (esphragismenoi), “sealed”
Basic meaning: to seal. Strong’s: to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest.
KJV translates it as: (set a, set to) seal up, stop
Word root: from G4973 (σφραγίς);
In this verse: Ῥουβὴν (Rhoubēn), “of Reuben”
Basic meaning: Reuben. Strong’s: Ruben (i.e. Reuben), an Israelite.
KJV translates it as: Reuben
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H07205);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“This verse is not just listing tribal names it’s a prophetic message: Praise (Judah) rises , the Son (Reuben) is revealed , and He leads us into victory (Gad) .”
In this verse: Γὰδ (Gad), “of Gad”
Basic meaning: Gad. Strong’s: Gad, a tribe of Israelites.
KJV translates it as: Gad
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H01410);
Revelation 7:6
Of the tribe of Aser were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Nephthalim were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Manasses were sealed twelve thousand.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: Ἀσὴρ (Asēr), “of Asher”
Basic meaning: Asher. Strong’s: Aser (i.e. Asher), an Israelite tribe.
KJV translates it as: Aser
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H0836);
In this verse: ἐσφραγισμένοι· (esphragismenoi), “sealed”
Basic meaning: to seal. Strong’s: to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest.
KJV translates it as: (set a, set to) seal up, stop
Word root: from G4973 (σφραγίς);
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: Νεφθαλὶμ (Nephthalim), “of Naphtali”
Basic meaning: Naphtali. Strong’s: Nephthaleim (i.e. Naphthali), a tribe in Palestine.
KJV translates it as: Nephthalim
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H05321);
Revelation 7:7
Of the tribe of Simeon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Levi were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Issachar were sealed twelve thousand.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: Συμεὼν (Sumeōn), “of Simeon”
Basic meaning: Simeon. Strong’s: Symeon (i.e. Shimon), the name of five Israelites.
KJV translates it as: Simeon, Simon
Word root: from the same as G4613 (Σίμων);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:7 reveals the sealing of twelve thousand from Simeon, Levi, and Issachar, symbolizing the believer’s fight of faith.”
In this verse: ἐσφραγισμένοι· (esphragismenoi), “sealed”
Basic meaning: to seal. Strong’s: to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest.
KJV translates it as: (set a, set to) seal up, stop
Word root: from G4973 (σφραγίς);
This word is in the Textus Receptus (the Greek text behind the KJV) and the Byzantine text; modern critical editions (NA28) leave it out.
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Because of His payment, we stand sealed and victorious in faith.”
In this verse: Ἰσσαχὰρ (Issachar), “of Isaachar”
Basic meaning: Issachar. Strong’s: Isachar (i.e. Jissaskar), a son of Jacob (figuratively, his descendant).
KJV translates it as: Issachar
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03485);
Deeper meaning, from It is Finished!
“Revelation 7:7 reveals the sealing of twelve thousand from Simeon, Levi, and Issachar, symbolizing the believer’s fight of faith.”
Revelation 7:8
Of the tribe of Zabulon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Joseph were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Benjamin were sealed twelve thousand.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: Ζαβουλὼν (Zaboulōn), “of Zebulun”
Basic meaning: Zebulun. Strong’s: Zabulon (i.e. Zebulon), a region of Palestine.
KJV translates it as: Zabulon
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H02074);
In this verse: Ἰωσὴφ (Iōsēph), “of Joseph”
Basic meaning: Joseph. Strong’s: Joseph, the name of seven Israelites.
KJV translates it as: Joseph
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03130);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Ephraim is also not named directly, but Joseph symbolically include him.”
In this verse: ἐσφραγισμένοι.¶ (esphragismenoi), “sealed”
Basic meaning: to seal. Strong’s: to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest.
KJV translates it as: (set a, set to) seal up, stop
Word root: from G4973 (σφραγίς);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The list is symbolic, representing a complete, spiritually sealed people of God (12 x 12,000 = 144,000).”
Revelation 7:9
After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands;
Greek words · 4
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
“Revelation 7:9 reveals a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne and the Lamb, clothed in white robes with palms in their hands.”
In this verse: ἀρνίου (arniou), “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
“Revelation 7:9 reveals a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne and the Lamb, clothed in white robes with palms in their hands.”
In this verse: στολὰς (stolas), “robes”
Basic meaning: robe. Strong’s: equipment, i.e. (specially), a "stole" or long-fitting gown (as a mark of dignity).
KJV translates it as: long clothing (garment), (long) robe
Word root: from G4724 (στέλλω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:9 reveals a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne and the Lamb, clothed in white robes with palms in their hands.”
In this verse: λευκὰς (leukas), “white”
Basic meaning: white. Strong’s: white.
KJV translates it as: white
Word root: from ("light");
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:9 reveals a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne and the Lamb, clothed in white robes with palms in their hands.”
Revelation 7:10
And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: σωτηρία (sōtēria), “Salvation”
Basic meaning: salvation. Strong’s: rescue or safety (physically or morally).
KJV translates it as: deliver, health, salvation, save, saving
Word root: feminine of a derivative of G4990 (σωτήρ) as (properly, abstract) noun;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:10 declares a loud cry of praise, proclaiming salvation to our God who sits upon the throne and to the Lamb who has atoned for us.”
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
“Jesus our God -The Lamb Atoned!”
Revelation 7:11
And all the angels stood round about the throne, and about the elders and the four beasts, and fell before the throne on their faces, and worshipped 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);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Ephesians 1:22-23 “And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church, Which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all.” Hebrews 4:16 “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.””
In this verse: προσεκύνησαν (prosekunēsan), “worshiped”
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);
Revelation 7:12
Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: δύναμις (dunamis), “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
“Revelation 7:12 declares a resounding “Amen” as blessing, glory, wisdom, thanksgiving, honor, power, and might are ascribed to our God forever.”
In this verse: ἰσχὺς (ischus), “strength”
Basic meaning: strength. Strong’s: compare , a form of G2192 (ἔχω)); forcefulness (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: ability, might(-ily), power, strength
Word root: from a derivative of (force;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“These praises represent God’s covenant and the rich portion given by grace to His Bride, the Church signifying our eternal partnership in His glory and strength.”
Revelation 7:13
And one of the elders answered, saying unto me, What are these which are arrayed in white robes? and whence came they?
Greek words · 2
In this verse: στολὰς (stolas), “robes”
Basic meaning: robe. Strong’s: equipment, i.e. (specially), a "stole" or long-fitting gown (as a mark of dignity).
KJV translates it as: long clothing (garment), (long) robe
Word root: from G4724 (στέλλω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:13 records one of the elders asking John about those arrayed in white robes and their origin.”
In this verse: λευκάς (leukas), “white”
Basic meaning: white. Strong’s: white.
KJV translates it as: white
Word root: from ("light");
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:13 records one of the elders asking John about those arrayed in white robes and their origin.”
Revelation 7:14
And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: κύριέ (kurie), “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
“Romans 5:1–3 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ...”
In this verse: στολὰς (stolas), “robes”
Basic meaning: robe. Strong’s: equipment, i.e. (specially), a "stole" or long-fitting gown (as a mark of dignity).
KJV translates it as: long clothing (garment), (long) robe
Word root: from G4724 (στέλλω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 7:14 reveals those who have come out of great tribulation “The, having washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.”
In this verse: αἵματι (aimati), “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
“Romans 6:4 “Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.” Ephesians 1:7 “In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.””
Revelation 7:15
Therefore are they before the throne of God, and serve him day and night in his temple: and he that sitteth on the throne shall dwell among them.
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);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Rev 3:21 – Jesus promises the overcomers to sit with Him on His throne.”
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
“Revelation 7:15 reveals that the Church stands before the throne of God, serving Him day and night in His temple, while the One who sits on the throne dwells among them.”
Revelation 7:16
They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: πεινάσουσιν (peinasousin), “they will hunger”
Basic meaning: to hunger. Strong’s: "pine"); to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave.
KJV translates it as: be an hungered
Word root: from the same as G3993 (πένης) (through the idea of pinching toil;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“2 Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” John 6:35 “And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.””
Revelation 7:17
For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.
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
“Revelation 7:17 reveals that the Lamb at the throne feeds and leads His people to living fountains of water, while God wipes away every tear.”
In this verse: ζωῆς (zōēs), “of life”
Basic meaning: life. Strong’s: life (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: life(-time)
Word root: from G2198 (ζάω);
Text note: the Textus Receptus (behind the KJV) reads ζώσας (zōsas) here; this card shows the modern critical text (NA28).
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The indwelling Spirit as our source of life and joy.”
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);