


Revelation 14:5
Bible Versions
And in their mouth was found no guile: for they are without fault before the throne of God.
on their lips no lie was found — they are without defect.
And no lie was found in their mouths; they are blameless.
And in their mouth was found no lie: they are without blemish.
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Ephesians 5:27
That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish. -
Zephaniah 3:13
The remnant of Israel shall not do iniquity, nor speak lies; neither shall a deceitful tongue be found in their mouth: for they shall feed and lie down, and none shall make [them] afraid. -
Psalms 32:2
Blessed [is] the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit [there is] no guile. -
Jude 1:24
Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present [you] faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, -
John 1:47
Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile! -
Luke 23:4
Then said Pilate to the chief priests and [to] the people, I find no fault in this man. -
Colossians 1:22
In the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblameable and unreproveable in his sight:
Revelation 14:5 describes a specific characteristic of the 144,000, a group of redeemed individuals who stand with the Lamb on Mount Sion in the apocalyptic vision. This verse highlights their profound spiritual purity and integrity, emphasizing their blameless standing before God.
Context
This verse is part of a crucial passage in Revelation 14, which introduces the 144,000 immediately after the depiction of the beast, its mark, and its worshipers in Revelation 13. The 144,000 are presented as a contrast, representing faithfulness and purity amidst global deception and rebellion. They are described as having the Father's name and the Lamb's name written on their foreheads (Revelation 14:1), singing a new song (Revelation 14:3), and being "redeemed from among men" (Revelation 14:4). Verse 5 elaborates on the moral and spiritual quality that defines them, particularly their honesty and blamelessness, which contrasts sharply with the widespread deception practiced by the beast and false prophet.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
Practical Application
While the 144,000 represent a specific group in eschatological prophecy, the qualities ascribed to them serve as an enduring model for all believers. Revelation 14:5 challenges us to:
This verse offers a profound picture of spiritual integrity, reminding us of the high calling to live blameless, truthful lives, dedicated wholly to God, in anticipation of standing before His holy throne.