Revelation 22:14

Blessed [are] they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.

Blessed {G3107} are they that do {G4160} his {G846} commandments {G1785}, that {G2443} they {G846} may have {G2071} right {G1849} to {G1909} the tree {G3586} of life {G2222}, and {G2532} may enter {G1525} in through the gates {G4440} into {G1519} the city {G4172}.

How blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they have the right to eat from the Tree of Life and go through the gates into the city!

Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life and may enter the city by its gates.

Blessed are they that wash their robes, that they may have the right to come to the tree of life, and may enter in by the gates into the city.

Revelation 22:14 KJV stands as one of the final blessings and exhortations in the Bible, offering a profound promise to those who live in obedience to God. It paints a vivid picture of the ultimate reward for the faithful: access to eternal life and the glorious presence of God in the New Jerusalem.

Context

This verse appears at the very end of the Book of Revelation, within the concluding chapter that describes the New Jerusalem, the eternal dwelling place of God with humanity. It is part of a series of final declarations by Jesus and John, emphasizing the imminence of Christ's return and the conditions for entering into eternal blessedness. The chapter reiterates the availability of the Tree of Life and the River of Water of Life, symbols of God's provision and restored fellowship, contrasting the destiny of the obedient with those who are excluded from the holy city.

Key Themes

  • Obedience and Blessing: The verse directly links the state of being "blessed" (Greek: makarios, signifying divine favor and spiritual prosperity) with actively "doing His commandments." This highlights a fundamental biblical principle that genuine faith is demonstrated through obedience, leading to God's promised rewards.
  • Access to the Tree of Life: A powerful symbol first introduced in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 2:9), the Tree of Life here represents eternal life and sustenance in God's presence. Its availability signifies the reversal of the curse of sin and the restoration of humanity's fellowship with God, lost at the Fall.
  • Entrance into the New Jerusalem: The promise to "enter in through the gates into the city" refers to the Holy City, the New Jerusalem, described in detail in Revelation 21. This entrance symbolizes full salvation, security, and intimate communion with God and His people, a place where there is no more sorrow, pain, or death (Revelation 21:4).

Linguistic Insights

The KJV renders the phrase as "Blessed [are] they that do his commandments." It's important to note a significant textual variant found in some ancient manuscripts, which reads "Blessed are they that wash their robes." While the KJV's reading emphasizes active obedience to God's will, the "wash their robes" variant emphasizes the cleansing power of Christ's blood, which makes one worthy to enter. Both concepts are deeply intertwined in Christian theology; true obedience flows from a heart cleansed by grace. The word "blessed" (Greek: makarios) signifies a state of divine favor and deep spiritual well-being, often used in the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12).

Practical Application

Revelation 22:14 serves as a powerful concluding reminder of the importance of a life lived in active obedience and faith. It assures believers of the glorious destiny awaiting them – not merely as a reward for works, but as the gracious outcome for those whose faith is demonstrated through their actions. This verse encourages perseverance in righteousness, offering profound hope and motivation to Christians striving to live according to God's will. It underscores that the path to eternal blessing and communion with God is through a life characterized by obedience to His divine instructions, empowered by His grace.

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 21:27

    And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither [whatsoever] worketh abomination, or [maketh] a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb's book of life.

  • 1 John 5:3

    For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous.

  • 1 John 3:23

    ¶ And this is his commandment, That we should believe on the name of his Son Jesus Christ, and love one another, as he gave us commandment.

  • 1 John 3:24

    And he that keepeth his commandments dwelleth in him, and he in him. And hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us.

  • Revelation 22:7

    Behold, I come quickly: blessed [is] he that keepeth the sayings of the prophecy of this book.

  • 1 John 3:3

    And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.

  • John 14:15

    If ye love me, keep my commandments.

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