Revelation 22:10

Authorized King James Version

And he saith unto me, Seal not the sayings of the prophecy of this book: for the time is at hand.

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
Μὴ
G3361
not
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
#5
σφραγίσῃς
G4972
Seal
to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest
#6
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
λόγους
G3056
the sayings
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
#8
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
προφητείας
G4394
of the prophecy
prediction (scriptural or other)
#10
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
βιβλίου
G975
book
a roll
#12
τούτου
G5127
of this
of (from or concerning) this (person or thing)
#13
ὅτι
G3754
for
demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
#14
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
καιρὸς
G2540
the time
an occasion, i.e., set or proper time
#16
ἐγγύς
G1451
at hand
near (literally or figuratively, of place or time)
#17
ἐστιν
G2076
is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

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