Revelation 19:21

And the remnant were slain with the sword of him that sat upon the horse, which [sword] proceeded out of his mouth: and all the fowls were filled with their flesh.

And {G2532} the remnant {G3062} were slain {G615} with {G1722} the sword {G4501} of him that sat {G2521} upon {G1909} the horse {G2462}, which {G3588} sword proceeded {G1607} out of {G1537} his {G846} mouth {G4750}: and {G2532} all {G3956} the fowls {G3732} were filled {G5526} with {G1537} their {G846} flesh {G4561}.

The rest were killed with the sword that goes out of the mouth of the rider on the horse, and all the birds gorged themselves on their flesh.

And the rest were killed with the sword that proceeded from the mouth of the One seated on the horse. And all the birds gorged themselves on their flesh.

and the rest were killed with the sword of him that sat upon the horse, even the sword which came forth out of his mouth: and all the birds were filled with their flesh.

Revelation 19:21 vividly describes the decisive and final judgment meted out by Jesus Christ upon the armies that gathered to oppose Him at His glorious return. This verse serves as the powerful conclusion to the dramatic account of the Battle of Armageddon (or the great final conflict), directly following the capture and condemnation of the Beast and the False Prophet.

Context

This verse is the culmination of the events in Revelation chapter 19, where Christ, identified as the "King of Kings, and Lord of Lords" (Revelation 19:16), returns in majesty and power. Having already cast His chief adversaries, the Beast and the False Prophet, into the lake of fire (Revelation 19:20), the focus now shifts to the complete and utter defeat of their human armies and followers. It signifies the ultimate triumph of divine righteousness and the definitive end of all human rebellion against God's sovereign rule.

Key Themes

  • Divine and Final Judgment: The primary theme is the absolute and inescapable judgment of God upon those who have actively rejected His authority and waged war against His Son. There is no quarter given, emphasizing the severity and finality of divine justice for the unrepentant.
  • The Power of Christ's Word: The imagery of the "sword of him that sat upon the horse, which proceeded out of his mouth" is highly symbolic. This is not a literal weapon but represents the irresistible power of Christ's spoken word, His divine decree, and His authoritative judgment. This concept is consistent in Revelation, where Christ's word is depicted as a sharp, two-edged sword (Revelation 19:15). It underscores that Christ's power to judge and execute comes from His inherent authority and truth, not from physical might. The Bible teaches that the Word of God is living and powerful.
  • Total Annihilation of Opposition: The phrases "the remnant were slain" and "all the fowls were filled with their flesh" vividly portray the complete and utter destruction of the opposing forces. This grim, graphic imagery, reminiscent of Old Testament prophecies of judgment (Ezekiel 39:17-20), serves to emphasize the totality and finality of God's victory over all forms of evil and rebellion.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word translated "sword" here is rhomphaia (ῥομφαία), which refers to a large, heavy broadsword, often associated with a weapon of judgment. Its consistent description as coming "out of his mouth" (ἐκ τοῦ στόματος αὐτοῦ, ek tou stomatos autou) throughout Revelation (e.g., Revelation 1:16, 2:16) reinforces that Christ's power is rooted in His divine word and sovereign decree, rather than conventional warfare.

Reflection and Application

Revelation 19:21 offers a profound glimpse into the ultimate triumph of Jesus Christ and the certainty of divine justice. For believers, it provides immense assurance that Christ will indeed return to establish His righteous kingdom, bringing an end to all wickedness, oppression, and rebellion. It underscores the absolute sovereignty of God and the futility of opposing His will. For all, it serves as a solemn warning regarding the consequences of rejecting Christ's authority and a powerful call to repentance and faith, recognizing that the very word that offers salvation can also bring decisive judgment.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Revelation 19:11

    ¶ And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him [was] called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.

  • Revelation 19:15

    And out of his mouth goeth a sharp sword, that with it he should smite the nations: and he shall rule them with a rod of iron: and he treadeth the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God.

  • Revelation 1:16

    And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance [was] as the sun shineth in his strength.

  • Revelation 19:17

    And I saw an angel standing in the sun; and he cried with a loud voice, saying to all the fowls that fly in the midst of heaven, Come and gather yourselves together unto the supper of the great God;

  • Revelation 19:19

    And I saw the beast, and the kings of the earth, and their armies, gathered together to make war against him that sat on the horse, and against his army.

  • Revelation 17:16

    And the ten horns which thou sawest upon the beast, these shall hate the whore, and shall make her desolate and naked, and shall eat her flesh, and burn her with fire.

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