Revelation 7:12

Authorized King James Version

Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
λέγοντες
G3004
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
#2
ἀμήν
G281
Amen
properly, firm, i.e., (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
#3
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
εὐλογία
G2129
Blessing
fine speaking, i.e., elegance of language; commendation ("eulogy"), i.e., (reverentially) adoration; religiously, benediction; by implication, consecr
#5
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#6
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
δόξα
G1391
glory
glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
#8
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#9
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
σοφία
G4678
wisdom
wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual)
#11
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
εὐχαριστία
G2169
thanksgiving
gratitude; actively, grateful language (to god, as an act of worship)
#14
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#15
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
τιμὴ
G5092
honour
a value, i.e., money paid, or (concretely and collectively) valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or the dignity itself
#17
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#18
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
δύναμις
G1411
power
force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
#20
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#21
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#22
ἰσχὺς
G2479
might
compare ?????, a form of g2192); forcefulness (literally or figuratively)
#23
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#24
θεῷ
G2316
God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#25
ἡμῶν
G2257
be unto our
of (or from) us
#26
εἰς
G1519
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#27
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#28
αἰώνων·
G165
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#29
τῶν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#30
αἰώνων·
G165
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#31
ἀμήν
G281
Amen
properly, firm, i.e., (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Revelation. The concept of glory reflects the ultimate establishment of divine rule over creation. The divine name or title here functions within apocalyptic literature revealing God's ultimate victory to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. 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