Revelation 18:6

Authorized King James Version

Reward her even as she rewarded you, and double unto her double according to her works: in the cup which she hath filled fill to her double.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἀπέδωκεν
G591
Reward
to give away, i.e., up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
#2
αὐτῇ
G846
her
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
#3
ὡς
G5613
as
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
#4
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#5
αὐτῇ
G846
her
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
ἀπέδωκεν
G591
Reward
to give away, i.e., up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
#7
ὑμῖν,
G5213
you
to (with or by) you
#8
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#9
διπλώσατε
G1363
double
to render two-fold
#10
αὐτῇ
G846
her
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
#11
διπλοῦν
G1362
double
two-fold
#12
κατὰ
G2596
according to
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
#13
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
ἔργα
G2041
works
toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
#15
αὐτῇ
G846
her
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
#16
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#17
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#18
ποτηρίῳ
G4221
the cup
a drinking-vessel; by extension, the contents thereof, i.e., a cupful (draught); figuratively, a lot or fate
#19
ᾧ
G3739
which
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#20
κεράσατε
G2767
fill
to mingle, i.e., (by implication) to pour out (for drinking)
#21
κεράσατε
G2767
fill
to mingle, i.e., (by implication) to pour out (for drinking)
#22
αὐτῇ
G846
her
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
#23
διπλοῦν
G1362
double
two-fold

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

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