Revelation 19:9

Authorized King James Version

And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. And he saith unto me, These are the true sayings 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
λέγει
G3004
he saith
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#3
μοι
G3427
unto me
to me
#4
Γράψον·
G1125
Write
to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
#5
Μακάριοι
G3107
Blessed
supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
#6
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
εἰς
G1519
unto
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#8
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
δεῖπνον
G1173
supper
dinner, i.e., the chief meal (usually in the evening)
#10
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
γάμου
G1062
the marriage
nuptials
#12
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
ἀρνίου
G721
of the Lamb
a lambkin
#14
κεκλημένοι
G2564
are they which are called
to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
#15
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#16
λέγει
G3004
he saith
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#17
μοι
G3427
unto me
to me
#18
Οὗτοι
G3778
These
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
#19
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#20
λόγοι
G3056
sayings
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
#21
ἀληθινοὶ
G228
the true
truthful
#22
εἰσιν
G1526
are
they are
#23
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#24
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

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 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