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Revelation 5:4 Cross-References
Explore 2 cross-references for Revelation 5:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 5 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I wept much, because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book, neither to look thereon.”
Revelation 5:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 5:4
And I wept much, because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book, neither to look thereon.... 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. The imagery would res...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 5:4
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“but I didn't understand: then said I”
“and the first voice that I heard”