Revelation 22:21
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.
Original Language Analysis
Ἡ
G3588
Ἡ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
1 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
χάρις
The grace
G5485
χάρις
The grace
Strong's:
G5485
Word #:
2 of 11
graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart
τοῦ
G3588
τοῦ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κυρίου
Lord
G2962
κυρίου
Lord
Strong's:
G2962
Word #:
4 of 11
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
Ἰησοῦ
Jesus
G2424
Ἰησοῦ
Jesus
Strong's:
G2424
Word #:
6 of 11
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
Cross References
Romans 16:20And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.2 Thessalonians 3:18The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.2 Corinthians 13:14The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.
Historical Context
John wrote circa AD 95 from Patmos exile during Domitian's persecution. His apocalypse concludes not with triumphalism but pastoral care—a grace benediction for suffering churches. This closing mirrors ancient letters while asserting Revelation's canonical authority as apostolic Scripture worthy of liturgical reading in worship assemblies.
Questions for Reflection
- Why does the Bible end with "grace" rather than a final warning or command? What does this reveal about God's character?
- How does this benediction provide pastoral comfort for churches facing persecution, and what does it teach about sustaining faith until Christ returns?
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Analysis & Commentary
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. (Ἡ χάρις τοῦ κυρίου Ἰησοῦ μετὰ πάντων)—The Bible's final words are a benediction of charis (grace), bookending Scripture's story from Paradise lost to Paradise restored. This echoes Paul's epistolary closings (1 Cor 16:23, Gal 6:18), grounding Revelation's apocalyptic visions in apostolic gospel proclamation.
Our Lord Jesus Christ uses the full title, emphasizing both divine sovereignty (Kyrios) and messianic identity. With you all (μετὰ πάντων) extends grace democratically—not just to prophets or martyrs, but to all saints. The Amen (so be it) affirms confidence that Christ's grace sustains His church until His return. After visions of cosmic judgment and new creation, John concludes practically: persevere by grace alone. Maranatha—the Lord comes—but until then, grace suffices (2 Cor 12:9).