Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 4:9 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Revelation 4:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 4 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when those beasts give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever,”
Revelation 4:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 4:9
And when those beasts give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever,... This verse from Revelation's vision of throne room of heaven - god's sovereignty, holiness, and worship 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 timeless spiritual realities. The imagery would resona...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 4:9
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“on the earth”
“who created heaven and the things that are in it”
“the elders”
“who lives forever and ever.”
“God reigneth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness.”
“and behold”
“Nebuchadnezzar”
“but there one receives tithes of whom it is testified that he lives.”
“For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death.”
“who was above the waters of the river”