Revelation 2:6

Authorized King James Version

But this thou hast, that thou hatest the deeds of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἀλλὰ
G235
But
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#2
τοῦτο
G5124
this
that thing
#3
ἔχεις
G2192
thou hast
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#4
ὅτι
G3754
that
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#5
μισῶ
G3404
hate
to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less
#6
τὰ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
ἔργα
G2041
the deeds
toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
#8
τῶν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
Νικολαϊτῶν
G3531
of the Nicolaitans
a nicolate, i.e., adherent of nicolas
#10
ἃ
G3739
which
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#11
κἀγὼ
G2504
I also
so also the dative case ????? <pronunciation strongs="kam-oy'"/>, and accusative case ???? <pronunciation strongs="kam-eh'"/> and (or also, even, etc.
#12
μισῶ
G3404
hate
to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less

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 revelation 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

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 revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection