Revelation 5:7

Authorized King James Version

And he came and took the book out of the right hand of him that sat upon the throne.

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
ἦλθεν
G2064
he came
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#3
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#4
εἴληφεν
G2983
took
while g0138 is more violent, to seize or remove))
#5
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
βιβλίον
G975
the book
a roll
#7
ἐκ
G1537
out of
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
#8
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
δεξιᾶς
G1188
the right hand
the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes)
#10
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
καθημένου
G2521
of him that sat
and ???? (to sit; akin to the base of g1476); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside
#12
ἐπὶ
G1909
upon
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#13
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#14
θρόνου
G2362
the throne
a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Revelation. The concept of divine revelation reflects the ultimate establishment of divine rule over creation. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to apocalyptic literature revealing God's ultimate victory, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.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