Revelation 14:5

Authorized King James Version

And in their mouth was found no guile: for they are without fault before the throne of God.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#3
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
στόματι
G4750
mouth
the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or e
#5
αὐτῶν
G846
their
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
#6
οὐχ
G3756
no
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#7
εὑρέθη
G2147
was found
to find (literally or figuratively)
#8
δόλος·
G1388
guile
a trick (bait), i.e., (figuratively) wile
#9
ἄμωμοί
G299
without fault
unblemished (literally or figuratively)
#10
γάρ
G1063
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#11
εἰσιν
G1526
they are
they are
#12
ἐνώπιον
G1799
before
in the face of (literally or figuratively)
#13
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
θρόνου
G2362
the throne
a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
#15
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

Analysis

The kingdom of God theme here intersects with the progressive revelation of God's rule from creation to consummation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of development from creation mandate through Davidic kingdom to eschatological fulfillment. The phrase emphasizing divine sovereignty contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's reign from creation through the millennial kingdom.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within imperial persecution under Domitian's demand for emperor worship. The author writes to address persecuted Christians in Asia Minor facing pressure to compromise, making the emphasis on kingdom of God particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection