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Revelation 22:16 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Revelation 22:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 22 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star.”
Revelation 22:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on Revelation 22:16
I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches. I am the root and the offspring of David, and the bright and morning star.... This verse from Revelation's vision of river of life, invitation, warnings - eternal blessing, urgent call, maranatha 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 interpreted within its first-century context while recognizing ti...
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Cross-References for Revelation 22:16
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“Don't weep. Behold, the Lion who is of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has overcome; he who opens the book and its seven seals.”
“as to a lamp shining in a dark place”
“and a branch out of his roots will bear fruit.”
“who was born of the seed of David according to the flesh”
“to the seven assemblies that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace”
“What do you think of the Christ? Whose son is he? They said to him”
“Yes, I come quickly. Amen! Yes”
“These words are faithful and true. The Lord God of the spirits of the prophets sent his angel to show to his bondservants the things which must happen soon.”
“let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies.”
“let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies.”