Revelation 5:7

And he came and took the book out of the right hand of him that sat upon the throne.

And {G2532} he came {G2064} and {G2532} took {G2983} the book {G975} out of {G1537} the right hand {G1188} of him that sat {G2521} upon {G1909} the throne {G2362}.

He came and took the scroll out of the right hand of the One sitting on the throne.

And He came and took the scroll from the right hand of the One seated on the throne.

And he came, and he taketh it out of the right hand of him that sat on the throne.

Revelation 5:7 describes a pivotal moment in John's apocalyptic vision, set within the heavenly throne room. After the cosmic question of who is worthy to open the seven-sealed scroll, and the subsequent despair when no one is found worthy (Revelation 5:4), the scene shifts dramatically with the appearance of the Lamb.

Context

This verse follows the profound challenge posed in Revelation 5:2: "Who is worthy to open the book, and to loose the seals thereof?" The "book" refers to a scroll with seven seals, held in the right hand of God the Father, who sits upon the throne (Revelation 4:2). The inability of anyone in heaven or on earth to open it causes John great sorrow. However, an elder points to the "Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David," who has prevailed. This figure is then revealed as a "Lamb as it had been slain" in Revelation 5:6. The Lamb's action in verse 7 is the immediate and triumphant response to the earlier dilemma.

Key Themes

  • The Lamb's Unique Worthiness: The act of "he came and took the book" signifies that only Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, possesses the authority and qualification to execute God's sovereign plan. His worthiness is not based on inherent power alone, but on His sacrificial death and resurrection, through which He purchased men for God with His blood (Revelation 5:9).
  • Divine Authority and Sovereignty: The scroll, representing God's eternal purposes, judgments, and redemptive plan for humanity, rests in the "right hand" of God. This position symbolizes ultimate power and control. The transfer to the Lamb indicates that God's plan will indeed unfold, executed by His chosen and worthy Son.
  • Initiation of End-Time Events: The taking of the scroll is the crucial act that sets in motion the unfolding of the seven seals, which detail future events leading to the consummation of God's kingdom and the ultimate return of Christ.

Linguistic Insights

The term "book" (Greek: biblion) in this context refers to a scroll, which in ancient times was rolled up and sealed. The "right hand" (Greek: dexios) is consistently used in biblical literature as a powerful symbol of authority, honor, strength, and favor. For the Lamb to take the scroll from the right hand of God underscores the immense authority and divine approval granted to Him for this crucial task.

Practical Application

This powerful heavenly vision offers profound assurance to believers. It highlights that even amidst the chaos and uncertainty of world events, God's ultimate plan is firmly in the hands of Jesus Christ. We can trust that God's purposes will be perfectly accomplished, and that Jesus, who overcame death and purchased our salvation, has the supreme authority to guide history to its destined end. This provides comfort and hope, reminding us that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose.

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 5:1

    ¶ And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals.

  • Revelation 4:2

    And immediately I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and [one] sat on the throne.

  • Revelation 4:3

    And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and [there was] a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald.

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