Revelation 22:12

Authorized King James Version

And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.

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
ἰδού,
G2400
behold
used as imperative lo!
#3
ἔρχομαι
G2064
I come
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#4
ταχύ
G5035
quickly
shortly, i.e., without delay, soon, or (by surprise) suddenly, or (by implication, of ease) readily
#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
μισθός
G3408
reward
pay for service (literally or figuratively), good or bad
#8
μου
G3450
my
of me
#9
μετ'
G3326
is with
properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)
#10
ἐμοῦ
G1700
me
of me
#11
ἀποδοῦναι
G591
to give
to give away, i.e., up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
#12
ἑκάστῳ
G1538
every man
each or every
#13
ὡς
G5613
according as
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
#14
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
ἔργον
G2041
work
toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
#16
αὐτοῦ
G846
his
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
#17
ἐσται
G2071
shall be
will be

Analysis

Within the broader context of Revelation, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. 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