Revelation 21:6

Authorized King James Version

And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.

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
εἶπέν
G2036
he said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#3
μοι,
G3427
unto me
to me
#4
Γέγονεν.
G1096
It is done
to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
#5
ἐγὼ
G1473
I
i, me
#6
εἰμι
G1510
am
i exist (used only when emphatic)
#7
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
Α
G1
Alpha
the first letter of the alphabet; figuratively, only (from its use as a numeral) the first
#9
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#10
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
Ω,
G5598
Omega
the last letter of the greek alphabet, i.e., (figuratively) the finality
#12
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
ἀρχὴ
G746
the beginning
(properly abstract) a commencement, or (concretely) chief (in various applications of order, time, place, or rank)
#14
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#15
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
τέλος.
G5056
the end
properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e., (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitel
#17
ἐγὼ
G1473
I
i, me
#18
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
διψῶντι
G1372
unto him that is athirst
to thirst for (literally or figuratively)
#20
δώσω
G1325
will give
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
#21
ἐκ
G1537
of
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#22
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
πηγῆς
G4077
the fountain
a fount (literally or figuratively), i.e., source or supply (of water, blood, enjoyment) (not necessarily the original spring)
#24
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#25
ὕδατος
G5204
of the water
water (as if rainy) literally or figuratively
#26
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#27
ζωῆς
G2222
of life
life (literally or figuratively)
#28
δωρεάν.
G1432
freely
gratuitously (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Revelation, this passage highlights kingdom of God through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of life connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about life, 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 life in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection