Revelation 21:9

¶ And there came unto me one of the seven angels which had the seven vials full of the seven last plagues, and talked with me, saying, Come hither, I will shew thee the bride, the Lamb's wife.

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One of the seven angels having the seven bowls full of the seven last plagues approached me and said, “Come! I will show you the Bride, the Wife of the Lamb.”

Then one of the seven angels with the seven bowls full of the seven final plagues came and said to me, “Come, I will show you the bride, the wife of the Lamb.”

And there came one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls, who were laden with the seven last plagues; and he spake with me, saying, Come hither, I will show thee the bride, the wife of the Lamb.

Revelation 21:9 is a pivotal verse in John's apocalyptic vision, marking a shift from the general description of the new creation to a more specific focus on the glorious dwelling place of God and His people. It introduces one of the seven angels who had poured out the seven last plagues, now inviting John to behold the ultimate spiritual reality: "the bride, the Lamb's wife."

Context

This verse immediately follows the majestic portrayal of the new heaven and new earth, where God's dwelling is with humanity, and all sorrow and death are abolished (Revelation 21:4). The angel's appearance here connects the culmination of God's judgments with the unveiling of His eternal kingdom and the blessed state of His redeemed people. Having witnessed the judgment of Babylon the Great, the harlot (Revelation 17:1), John is now shown the antithesis: the pure and glorious "bride."

Key Themes

  • Divine Revelation and Guidance: The angel's invitation, "Come hither, I will shew thee," underscores that the understanding of these profound spiritual truths is a divine gift, revealed through heavenly messengers. It signifies a guided tour into the deepest realities of God's eschatological plan.
  • The Bride, the Lamb's Wife: This is the central metaphorical identity unveiled. In biblical typology, the bride often represents God's covenant people. Here, "the Lamb's wife" unequivocally refers to the Church, the body of believers purified and redeemed by Christ's sacrifice. This imagery speaks of an intimate, eternal union between Christ and His people.
  • Preparation for the New Jerusalem: While the verse itself names the "bride," the subsequent verses (Revelation 21:10-27) reveal that this bride is none other than the Holy City, New Jerusalem, descending from God out of heaven. This signifies that the Church, as the community of believers, is ultimately God's dwelling place, beautifully adorned and prepared for Him.

Linguistic Insights

The term "Lamb" (Greek: Amnos) is a consistent and powerful title for Jesus Christ throughout the Book of Revelation, emphasizing His role as the sacrificial Passover Lamb who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29). The imagery of "the Lamb's wife" vividly portrays the purity, devotion, and covenant relationship between Christ and His redeemed Church, a concept also seen in Ephesians 5:25-27.

Practical Application

For believers today, Revelation 21:9 offers profound comfort and hope. It assures us of our ultimate destiny: an eternal, intimate union with Christ. This future reality should inspire us to live lives of purity and devotion, eagerly anticipating the glorious consummation of God's plan. Understanding ourselves as part of "the bride, the Lamb's wife" reinforces the preciousness of the Church in God's eyes and the unwavering faithfulness of Christ to His people. It is a powerful reminder of the blessed future awaiting those who belong to Him.

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 19:7

    Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honour to him: for the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife hath made herself ready.

  • Revelation 21:2

    And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.

  • Revelation 17:1

    ¶ And there came one of the seven angels which had the seven vials, and talked with me, saying unto me, Come hither; I will shew unto thee the judgment of the great whore that sitteth upon many waters:

  • Revelation 16:1

    ¶ And I heard a great voice out of the temple saying to the seven angels, Go your ways, and pour out the vials of the wrath of God upon the earth.

  • Revelation 16:17

    ¶ And the seventh angel poured out his vial into the air; and there came a great voice out of the temple of heaven, from the throne, saying, It is done.

  • Revelation 15:1

    ¶ And I saw another sign in heaven, great and marvellous, seven angels having the seven last plagues; for in them is filled up the wrath of God.

  • Revelation 15:7

    And one of the four beasts gave unto the seven angels seven golden vials full of the wrath of God, who liveth for ever and ever.

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