Revelation 5:13

Authorized King James Version

And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
πάντα
all
all, any, every, the whole
#3
κτίσμα
creature
an original formation (concretely), i.e., product (created thing)
#4
such as
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#5
ἐστίν
are
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#6
ἐν
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#7
τῷ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
οὐρανῷ
heaven
the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of god); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the gospel (christianity)
#9
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#10
ἐν
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#11
τῇ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
γῆς
the earth
soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
#13
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#14
ὑποκάτω
under
down under, i.e., beneath
#15
τῆς
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
γῆς
the earth
soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
#17
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#18
ἐπὶ
in
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#19
τῆς
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#20
θαλάσσης
the sea
the sea (genitive case or specially)
#21
such as
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#22
ἐστίν
are
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#23
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#24
τὰ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#25
ἐν
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#26
αὐτοῖς
them
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
#27
πάντα
all
all, any, every, the whole
#28
ἤκουσα
heard I
to hear (in various senses)
#29
λέγοντας
saying
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#30
Τῷ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#31
καθημένῳ
be unto him that sitteth
and ???? (to sit; akin to the base of g1476); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside
#32
ἐπὶ
in
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#33
τοῦ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#34
θρόνοῦ
the throne
a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
#35
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#36
τῷ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#37
ἀρνίῳ
unto the Lamb
a lambkin
#38
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#39
εὐλογία
Blessing
fine speaking, i.e., elegance of language; commendation ("eulogy"), i.e., (reverentially) adoration; religiously, benediction; by implication, consecr
#40
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#41
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#42
τιμὴ
honour
a value, i.e., money paid, or (concretely and collectively) valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or the dignity itself
#43
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#44
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#45
δόξα
glory
glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
#46
καὶ
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#47
τὸ
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#48
κράτος
power
vigor ("great") (literally or figuratively)
#49
εἰς
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#50
τοὺς
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#51
αἰώνων
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#52
τῶν
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#53
αἰώνων
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Revelation, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of glory connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about glory, 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

This passage must be understood within imperial persecution under Domitian's demand for emperor worship. The author writes to address persecuted Christians in Asia Minor facing pressure to compromise, making the emphasis on kingdom of God particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection