Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 1:20 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Revelation 1:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 1 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The mystery of the seven stars which thou sawest in my right hand, and the seven golden candlesticks. The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches: and the seven candlesticks which thou sawest are the seven churches.”
Revelation 1:20 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 1:20
The mystery of the seven stars which thou sawest in my right hand, and the seven golden candlesticks. The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches: and the seven candlesticks which thou sawest... This verse from Revelation's vision of vision of the glorified christ - his majesty, authority, and presence among the churches employs apocalyptic imagery rich with Old Testament allusions and symbolic meaning. The Greek text uses vivid apocalyptic language characteristic of Jewish prophetic literature, drawing heavily from Daniel, Ezekiel, Isaiah, and Zechariah.The symbolism must be interpre...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 1:20
Ranked by relevance from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
“he who walks among the seven golden lampstands says these things:”
“and the seven stars says these things: I know your works, that you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead.,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.,,,,,,,,”
“And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength.”
“What do you see? I said”
“he who is true”
“the Faithful and True Witness”
“And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges;”
“who was dead”
“who has his eyes like a flame of fire”
“hoping to come to you shortly;”