Revelation 6:3

Authorized King James Version

And when he had opened the second seal, I heard the second beast say, Come and see.

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
ὅτε
G3753
when
at which (thing) too, i.e., when
#3
ἤνοιξεν
G455
he had opened
to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications)
#4
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
δευτέρου
G1208
the second
(ordinal) second (in time, place, or rank; also adverb)
#6
σφραγῖδα
G4973
seal
a signet (as fencing in or protecting from misappropriation); by implication, the stamp impressed (as a mark of privacy, or genuineness), literally or
#7
ἤκουσα
G191
I heard
to hear (in various senses)
#8
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
δευτέρου
G1208
the second
(ordinal) second (in time, place, or rank; also adverb)
#10
ζῴου
G2226
beast
a live thing, i.e., an animal
#11
λέγοντος
G3004
say
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
#12
Ἔρχου
G2064
Come
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#13
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#14
βλέπε
G991
see
to look at (literally or figuratively)

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