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Revelation 6:5 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Revelation 6:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 6 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when he had opened the third seal, I heard the third beast say, Come and see. And I beheld, and lo a black horse; and he that sat on him had a pair of balances in his hand.”
Revelation 6:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 6:5
And when he had opened the third seal, I heard the third beast say, Come and see. And I beheld, and lo a black horse; and he that sat on him had a pair of balances in his hand.... This verse from Revelation's vision of seven seals - god's judgments on rebellious earth, cry of martyrs 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 reco...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 6:5
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“In the first chariot were red horses; and in the second chariot black horses;”
“Son of man”
“and I heard one of the four living creatures saying”
“similar to crystal. In the midst of the throne”
“ten women shall bake your bread in one oven”
“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.”
“saying”
“Because of the burning heat of famine.”
“twenty shekels a day: from time to time shall you eat it.”