Revelation 19:5

Authorized King James Version

And a voice came out of the throne, saying, Praise our God, all ye his servants, and ye that fear him, both small and great.

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
φωνὴ
G5456
a voice
a tone (articulate, bestial or artificial); by implication, an address (for any purpose), saying or language
#3
ἐκ
G1537
out 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
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
θρόνου
G2362
the throne
a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
#6
ἐξῆλθεν
G1831
came
to issue (literally or figuratively)
#7
λέγουσα
G3004
saying
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#8
Αἰνεῖτε
G134
Praise
to praise (god)
#9
τὸν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
Θεὸν
G2316
God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#11
ἡμῶν
G2257
our
of (or from) us
#12
πάντες
G3956
all ye
all, any, every, the whole
#13
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
δοῦλοι
G1401
servants
a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
#15
αὐτόν
G846
him
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
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#17
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#18
φοβούμενοι
G5399
ye that fear
to frighten, i.e., (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e., revere
#19
αὐτόν
G846
him
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
#20
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#21
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#22
μικροὶ
G3398
small
small (in size, quantity, number or (figuratively) dignity)
#23
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#24
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#25
μεγάλοι
G3173
great
big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Revelation, this passage highlights kingdom of God through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection