Revelation 15:7

Authorized King James Version

And one of the four beasts gave unto the seven angels seven golden vials full of the wrath of God, who liveth for ever and ever.

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
ἓν
G1520
one
one
#3
ἐκ
G1537
of
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#4
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
τεσσάρων
G5064
the four
four
#6
ζῴων
G2226
beasts
a live thing, i.e., an animal
#7
ἔδωκεν
G1325
gave
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
#8
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
ἑπτὰ
G2033
seven
seven
#10
ἀγγέλοις
G32
angels
compare g0034) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
#11
ἑπτὰ
G2033
seven
seven
#12
φιάλας
G5357
vials
a broad shallow cup ("phial")
#13
χρυσᾶς
G5552
golden
made of gold
#14
γεμούσας
G1073
full
to swell out, i.e., be full
#15
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
θυμοῦ
G2372
of the wrath
passion (as if breathing hard)
#17
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#18
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#19
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#20
ζῶντος
G2198
liveth
to live (literally or figuratively)
#21
εἰς
G1519
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#22
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
αἰώνων
G165
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#24
τῶν
G3588
who
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#25
αἰώνων
G165
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)

Analysis

This verse develops the judgment and justice theme central to Revelation. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of judgment and justice within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within apocalyptic literature revealing God's ultimate victory to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The historical context of the Domitian persecution period (c. 95 CE) provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection