Revelation 21:25

Authorized King James Version

And the gates of it shall not be shut at all by day: for there shall be no night there.

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
οἱ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
πυλῶνες
G4440
the gates
a gate-way, door-way of a building or city; by implication, a portal or vestibule
#4
αὐτῆς
G846
of it
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
#5
οὐκ
G3756
no
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#6
μὴ
G3361
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#7
κλεισθῶσιν
G2808
be shut
to close (literally or figuratively)
#8
ἡμέρας
G2250
by day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#9
νὺξ
G3571
night
"night" (literally or figuratively)
#10
γὰρ
G1063
for
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
#11
οὐκ
G3756
no
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#12
ἔσται
G2071
there shall be
will be
#13
ἐκεῖ
G1563
there
there; by extension, thither

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Revelation. The concept of divine revelation reflects the ultimate establishment of divine rule over creation. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to apocalyptic literature revealing God's ultimate victory, advancing the author's theological argument. 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 revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection