Revelation ch 5

We found out that John was taken to heaven to be shown things that will happen. We also got a glimpse of how beautiful the very presence of God will be. Jesus filled us in as well to what the 4 living creatures are and there purpose. Here in this chapter we find a qualified person (Christ) who can open the book and fill us in to the understanding of it.

Ch. 5

5:1 7 is a number that means spiritual completeness. (Compare: Ezekiel 2:8-3:3) This is God on the throne holding His word (bible). We are to eat and absorb this word so to help and do the work of God, as Ezekiel was instructed to do.

5:2-4 there was no power in heaven or earth, natural or supernatural who could open the book. This is the plan of Salvation and none were able to teach/read it (very sad).

5:5 The Lion of the tribe of Judah/Root of David: speaking of Jesus Christ. Christ is able; He is our Savior/Messiah. Prevailed G 3528; conquer, prevail, get the victory. Jesus prevailed at Calvary!

5:6 horn: symbolic of power. Lamb slain: this is the crucifixion. Seven eyes: compare Zechariah 3:9/4:10. These eyes are symbolic of God’s elect and His watchfulness over them. These 7 horns, 7 eyes and 7 Spirits give Christ complete Power.

5:7 He took the word of God. He is the word!

5:8 odours G 2368; an aroma, incense. Saints: these are the set aside ones (elect). God hears the prayers of His saints. He keeps them bottled up to answer them when the time is best for us.

5:9 (compare: Deuteronomy 32).  New song: This is the song of Moses that we will sing. All can be saved if they believe. Hast redeemed: He purchased, paid the price for us.

5:10 (compare: Rev 20:6, Rev 1:6). Those that overcome and take part in the first resurrection will be priests for God and reign with Him.

5:11 ten thousand times ten thousand: this is a Hebraism meaning that they were not able to be counted because there were so many. (Compare: Dan 7:10). These are those that wash their robes in the blood of the Lamb. He is able to save ALL!

5:12 here you have a polysyndeton (figure of speech showing emphasis) with the word and. The word and is put before all the words to show emphasis. Power, riches, wisdom, strength, honor, glory and blessings; these are the 7 spirits of God.

5:13 creature G 2938; created thing. He is worthy, forever and ever. Only through that Lamb slain can you partake in that everlasting life.

5:14 Amen: that’s that! This is how it will be an there is no other way.