Revelation 7:11

And all the angels stood round about the throne, and [about] the elders and the four beasts, and fell before the throne on their faces, and worshipped God,

And {G2532} all {G3956} the angels {G32} stood {G2476} round about {G2945} the throne {G2362}, and {G2532} about the elders {G4245} and {G2532} the four {G5064} beasts {G2226}, and {G2532} fell {G4098} before {G1799} the throne {G2362} on {G1909} their {G846} faces {G4383}, and {G2532} worshipped {G4352} God {G2316},

All the angels stood around the throne, the elders and the four living beings; they fell face down before the throne and worshipped God, saying,

And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. And they fell facedown before the throne and worshiped God,

And all the angels were standing round about the throne, andaboutthe elders and the four living creatures; and they fell before the throne on their faces, and worshipped God,

Commentary

Revelation 7:11 (KJV) describes a powerful scene of adoration in heaven, following the vision of the sealed 144,000 and the great multitude from every nation standing before God's throne. This verse highlights the immediate response of the heavenly host to the praise offered by the redeemed, emphasizing the universal reverence for the Almighty.

Context

This verse is part of a pivotal interlude in the Book of Revelation, occurring between the breaking of the sixth and seventh seals. Chapter 7 introduces two distinct groups: the 144,000 sealed servants of God from the tribes of Israel, and then a countless multitude from all nations, kindreds, peoples, and tongues, standing before the throne and the Lamb, clothed with white robes and palms in their hands (Revelation 7:9). Their loud cry of salvation being from God and the Lamb (Revelation 7:10) prompts the profound worship described in verse 11. It's a snapshot of heavenly liturgy, where creation and redeemed humanity unite in glorifying God.

Key Themes

  • Universal Heavenly Worship: The verse vividly portrays the comprehensive nature of worship in heaven, involving angels, the twenty-four elders, and the four living creatures (beasts). This collective adoration underscores God's supreme worthiness.
  • Divine Sovereignty and Authority: The act of falling on faces before the throne signifies absolute submission and recognition of God's ultimate authority and kingship. The throne of God is the undeniable center of all power and worship.
  • Humility in Adoration: The posture of falling on their faces (προσκυνέω - proskyneō, to prostrate oneself in homage or worship) demonstrates the deepest form of reverence and humility before the Creator. Even the most exalted heavenly beings assume a position of utter lowliness in God's presence.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word for "worshipped" is proskyneō (προσκυνέω), which literally means "to prostrate oneself towards" or "to kiss the hand towards." It denotes an act of profound reverence, submission, and adoration, often involving physical prostration. This term is consistently used in Revelation to describe the worship given to God and the Lamb, emphasizing the complete surrender and homage due to them. It's a powerful visual of ultimate respect and devotion.

Practical Application

Revelation 7:11 offers profound insights for believers today:

  • Model for Earthly Worship: Our worship on earth should reflect the reverence, humility, and focus on God's sovereignty seen in heaven. It should be God-centered, acknowledging His supreme worth.
  • Anticipation of Future Glory: This scene provides a glimpse into the eternal state, encouraging believers with the promise of joining a vast, unified chorus of worship around the throne of God. It reminds us of the ultimate purpose of creation and redemption: to glorify God.
  • Call to Humility: If angels and elders fall on their faces, it calls us to approach God with similar humility and awe, recognizing our place before the Holy One.

The heavenly response in Revelation 7:11 serves as a powerful reminder of God's majesty and the eternal worship He rightly receives from all of creation.

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Cross-References

  • Revelation 4:10

    The four and twenty elders fall down before him that sat on the throne, and worship him that liveth for ever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne, saying,

  • Revelation 4:6

    And before the throne [there was] a sea of glass like unto crystal: and in the midst of the throne, and round about the throne, [were] four beasts full of eyes before and behind.

  • Revelation 5:11

    And I beheld, and I heard the voice of many angels round about the throne and the beasts and the elders: and the number of them was ten thousand times ten thousand, and thousands of thousands;

  • Revelation 5:13

    And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, [be] unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever.

  • Revelation 19:4

    And the four and twenty elders and the four beasts fell down and worshipped God that sat on the throne, saying, Amen; Alleluia.

  • Revelation 19:6

    And I heard as it were the voice of a great multitude, and as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of mighty thunderings, saying, Alleluia: for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth.

  • Revelation 4:4

    And round about the throne [were] four and twenty seats: and upon the seats I saw four and twenty elders sitting, clothed in white raiment; and they had on their heads crowns of gold.
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