Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 5:1 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Revelation 5:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 5 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Scroll and the Lamb
“And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals.”
Revelation 5:1 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 5:1
And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals.... This verse from Revelation's vision of the lamb who is worthy - christ's redemptive work, authority to open the scroll 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....
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 5:1
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“behold”
“which men deliver to one who is educated”
“and he took it out of the right hand of him who sat on the throne.”
“Daniel”
“and his left on the land.”
“and I heard one of the four living creatures saying”
“on the earth”
“again speaking with me”
“like an emerald to look at.”
“Bind up the testimony”