Revelation 22:11

Authorized King James Version

He that is unjust, let him be unjust still: and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still: and he that is righteous, let him be righteous still: and he that is holy, let him be holy still.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
ἀδικησάτω
G91
He that is unjust
to be unjust, i.e., (actively) do wrong (morally, socially or physically)
#3
ἀδικησάτω
G91
He that is unjust
to be unjust, i.e., (actively) do wrong (morally, socially or physically)
#4
ἔτι
G2089
still
"yet," still (of time or degree)
#5
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#6
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
ῥυπωσάτω
G4510
he which is filthy
to soil, i.e., (intransitively) to become dirty (morally)
#8
ῥυπωσάτω
G4510
he which is filthy
to soil, i.e., (intransitively) to become dirty (morally)
#9
ἔτι
G2089
still
"yet," still (of time or degree)
#10
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#11
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
δίκαιος
G1342
he that is righteous
equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
#13
δικαιωθήτω
G1344
let him be righteous
to render (i.e., show or regard as) just or innocent
#14
ἔτι
G2089
still
"yet," still (of time or degree)
#15
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#16
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
ἅγιος
G40
he that is holy
sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
#18
ἁγιασθήτω
G37
let him be holy
to make holy, i.e., (ceremonially) purify or consecrate; (mentally) to venerate
#19
ἔτι
G2089
still
"yet," still (of time or degree)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Revelation, this passage highlights judgment and justice through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection