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Revelation 5

Revelation 5:4

The Lamb Takes the Scroll · Revelation 5:1–10
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Translations

Modern
And I began to weep bitterly, because no one was found worthy to open the scroll or look inside it.
Traditional
And I wept much, because no man was found worthy to open and to read the book, neither to look thereon.
Literal
And I was weeping much, because no one was found worthy to open the scroll, nor to see it.
Latin
Et ego flebam multum, quoniam nemo dignus inventus est aperire librum, nec videre eum.

Original

Greek
English
And I began to weep bitterly, because no one was found worthy to open the scroll or look inside it.

Notes

Revelation 5:4

John cried because he feared he would not learn about God's plan for history, even though it was promised to him (Revelation 4:1; see 10:4). His tears show how important the revelation was to him.

Revelation 5:1–14

John introduces the Lamb, Jesus Christ, who is the main figure in Revelation and God's chosen one to fulfill his plans.

Revelation 4:1–5:14

This section introduces upcoming visions and judgments. John presents God in his heavenly court, which is the setting for the drama of Revelation (Revelation 4:1–11). The Lamb also plays a central role (Revelation 5:1–14). John contrasts God's majesty with the supposed majesty of Caesar. God's power and splendor surpass any earthly ruler's ceremonial court.

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Topics

Angel (A Spirit): Functions of Medium of Revelation to Prophets Christian Minister: Zealous: John, in his Vision Religious Zeal: General Scriptures Concerning Salvation: Plan of Vision of John on the Island of Patmos: The Book with Seven Seals