Revelation 14:11

Authorized King James Version

And the smoke of their torment ascendeth up for ever and ever: and they have no rest day nor night, who worship the beast and his image, and whosoever receiveth the mark of his name.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
τοῦ
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
καπνὸς
the smoke
smoke
#4
τοῦ
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
βασανισμοῦ
torment
torture
#6
αὐτοῦ
his
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
#7
ἀναβαίνει
ascendeth up
to go up (literally or figuratively)
#8
εἰς
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#9
αἰώνων
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#10
αἰώνων
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#11
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
οὐκ
no
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#13
ἔχουσιν
they have
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#14
ἀνάπαυσιν
rest
intermission; by implication, recreation
#15
ἡμέρας
day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#16
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#17
νυκτός
night
"night" (literally or figuratively)
#18
τοῦ
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
προσκυνοῦντες
worship
to fawn or crouch to, i.e., (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore)
#20
τοῦ
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#21
θηρίον
the beast
a dangerous animal
#22
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#23
τοῦ
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#24
εἰκόνα
image
a likeness, i.e., (literally) statue, profile, or (figuratively) representation, resemblance
#25
αὐτοῦ
his
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
#26
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#27
εἴ
if, whether, that, etc
#28
τις
some or any person or object
#29
λαμβάνει
receiveth
while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))
#30
τοῦ
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#31
χάραγμα
the mark
a scratch or etching, i.e., stamp (as a badge of servitude), or scupltured figure (statue)
#32
τοῦ
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#33
ὀνόματος
name
a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
#34
αὐτοῦ
his
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

Analysis

Within the broader context of Revelation, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Revelation.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of Jewish apocalyptic literature using symbolic imagery to convey hope shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of kingdom of God within the theological tradition of Revelation Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection