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The Rider on the White Horse
15And from His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and He will rule them with an iron scepter. He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty. 16And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.
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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
On his vesture and on his thigh a name written - Dr. Dodd has well observed on this passage, that "it appears to have been an ancient custom among several nations to adorn the images of their deities, princes, victors at public games, and other eminent persons, with inscriptions, expressing either the character of the persons, their names, or some other circumstance which might contribute to their honor; and to that custom the description here given of Christ may possibly have some allusion. "There are several such images yet extant, with an inscription written either on the garment, or on one of the thighs, or on that part of the garment which was over the thigh; and probably this is the meaning of the apostle. And as these inscriptions are placed on the upper garment, Grotius seems very justly to have explained the words επι το ἱματιον, by his imperial robe, that his power in this victory might be conspicuous to all. But as a farther confirmation of this sense of the passage it may not be improper here to describe briefly several remarkable figures of this sort, which are still extant." This description I shall give from my own examination. 1. Herodotus, Euterpe, lib. ii. p. 127, edit. Gale, speaking of the actions of Sesostris, and of the images he set up in the countries which he conquered, has the following words: Εισι δε περι Ιωνιην δυο τυποι εν πετρῃσι εγκεκολαμμενοι τουτου του ανδρος, κ. τ. λ. "Two images likewise of this man are seen in Ionia, on the way that leads from Ephesus to Phocaea, and from Sardis to Smyrna. The figure is five palms in height; in his right hand he holds a dart, in his left a bow, armed after the manner of the Egyptians and Ethiopians. On a line drawn across the breast, from one shoulder to the other, are these words, written in Egyptian hieroglyphics: Εγω τηνδε την χωρην ωμοισι τοισι εμοισι εκτησαμην· 'I obtained this country by these my shoulders;'" i.e., by my own power. 2. In the Etruria Regalis of Dempster, in the appendix at the end of vol. ii., there is a beautiful female figure of brass, about twelve inches high, the hair gracefully plaited, and the head adorned with a diadem. She has a tunic without sleeves, and over that a sort of pallium. On the outside of the right thigh, close to the tunic, and probably on it, in the original, is an inscription in Etruscan characters. What these import I cannot say. Dempster has given a general explanation of the image in the appendix to the above volume, p. 108. The plate itself is the eighty-third of the work. 3. There are two other images found in the same author, vol. i., p. 91, tab. xxiv.; the first is naked, with the exception of a short loose jupe, or petticoat, which goes round the loins, and over the left arm. On the left thigh of this image there is an inscription in Etruscan characters. The second has a similar jupe, but much longer, which extends to the calf of the leg, and is supported over the bended left arm. Over the right thigh, on this vesture, there is an Etruscan inscription in two lines. 4. Montfaucon, Antiquite Expliquee, vol. iii., part 2, p. 268, has introduced an account of two fine images, which are represented tab. CLVII. The first is a warrior entirely naked, except a collar, one bracelet, and boots. On his left thigh, extending from the groin to a little below the knee, is an inscription in very ancient Etruscan characters, in two lines, but the import is unknown. The second is a small figure of brass, about six inches long, with a loose tunic, which is suspended from the left shoulder down to the calf of the legs. On this tunic, over the left thigh, is an inscription (perhaps) in very ancient Latin characters, but in the Etruscan language, as the learned author conjectures. It is in one line, but what it means is equally unknown. 5. In the same work, p. 269, tab. CLVIII., another Etruscan warrior is represented entirely naked; on the left thigh is the following words in uncial Greek letters, ΚΑΦΙΣΟΔΩΡΟΣ, and on the right thigh, ΑΙΣΧΛΑΜΙΟΥ, i.e., "Kaphisodorus, the son of Aischlamius." All these inscriptions are written longitudinally on the thigh. 6. Gruter, vol. iii., p. DCCCCLXXXIX, sub. tit. Affectus Servorum et Libertinorum inter se, et in suos, gives us the figure of a naked warrior, with his left hand on an axe, the end of whose helve rests on the ground, with the following inscription on the inside of his left thigh, longitudinally written, as in all other cases: - A. Poblicius. D. L. Antioc. Ti. Barbius. Q. P. L. Tiber. 7. The rabbins say, that "God gave to the Israelites a sword, on which the ineffable name יהוה Yehovah was inscribed; and as long as they held that sword the angel of death had no power over them." Shemoth Rabba, sec. 51, fol. 143, 2. Bemidbar Rabba, sec. 12, fol. 214, 2. In the latter tract, sec. 16, fol. 232, 3, and in Rab. Tanchum, fol. 66, mention is made of the guardian angels of the Israelites, who were clothed with purple vestments, on which was inscribed שם המפורש shem hammephorash, the ineffable name. See more in Schoettgen. 8. But what comes nearer to the point, in reference to the title given here to Christ, is what is related of Sesostris by Diodorus Siculus, lib. i. c. 55, p. 166, edit. Bipont, of whom he says: "Having pushed his conquests as far as Thrace, he erected pillars, on which were the following words in Egyptian hieroglyphics: Τηνδε την χωραν ὁπλοις κατεστρεψατο τοις ἑαυτου Βασιλευς Βασιλεων, και Δεσποτης Δεσποτων, Σεσοωσις·" This province, Sesoosis, (Sesostris), King of Kings and Lord of Lords, conquered by his own arms. This inscription is conceived almost in the words of St. John. Now the Greek historian did not borrow the words from the apostle, as he died in the reign of Augustus, about the time of our Lord's incarnation. This cannot be the same inscription mentioned above by Herodotus, the one being in Ionia, the other in Thrace: but as he erected several of those pillars or images, probably a nearly similar inscription was found on each. 9. This custom seems to have been common among the ancient Egyptians. Inscriptions are frequently found on the images of Isis, Osiris, Anubis, etc., at the feet, on the head, on the back, on the girdle, etc., etc. Eight of those ancient images in my own collection abound with these inscriptions. 1. Osiris, four inches and a quarter high, standing on a thrones all covered over with hieroglyphics exquisitely engraved. 2. Anubis, six inches high, with a tiara, on the back of which is cut ΛΕΓΟΡΝΥΘ , in uncial Greek characters. 3. The Cercopithecus, seven inches long, sitting on a pedestal, and at his feet, in the same characters, ΧΑΔΕΟ. 4. An Isis, about eight inches high, on her back ΔΡΥΓΟ. 5. Ditto, seven inches, beautifully cut, standing, holding a serpent in her left hand, and at her feet ΕΤΑΠΥΓΙ. 6. Ditto, five inches and a quarter, round whose girdle is ΠΙΕΥΧΥΔΙ; but part of this inscription appears to be hidden under her arms, which are extended by her side. 7. Ditto, five inches high, hooded, with a loose stola, down the back of which are seven lines of Greek uncial characters, but nearly obliterated. 8. Ditto, four inches high, with a girdle going round the back immediately under the arms, the front of which is hidden under a sort of a stomacher; on the part that appears are these characters, ΧΕΝΛΑ. These may be all intended as a kind of abrasaxas or tutelary deities; and I give this notice of them, and the inscriptions upon them, partly in illustration of the text, and partly to engage my learned and antiquarian readers in attempts to decipher them. I would have given the Etruscan characters on the other images described above, but have no method of imitating them except by an engraving. As these kinds of inscriptions on the thigh, the garments, and different parts of the body, were in use among different nations, to express character, conduct, qualities, and conquests, we may rest assured that to them St. John alludes when he represents our sovereign Lord with an inscription upon his vesture and upon his thigh; and had we not found it a custom among other nations, we should have been at a loss to account for its introduction and meaning here.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
"His name written on His vesture and on His thigh," was written partly on the vesture, partly on the thigh itself, at the part where in an equestrian figure the robe drops from the thigh. The thigh symbolizes Christ's humanity as having come, after the flesh, from the loins of David, and now appearing as the glorified "Son of man." On the other hand, His incommunicable divine name, "which no man knew," is on His head (Rev 19:12), [MENOCHIUS]. KING OF KINGS--Compare Rev 17:14, in contrast with Rev 19:17, the beast being in attempted usurpation a king of kings, the ten kings delivering their kingdom to him.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written,.... This name, afterwards expressed, is said to be written on his vesture, in allusion to the custom of persons of note and eminence having their names interwoven in their garments, and which was sometimes done in letters of gold, as Zeuxis had (t); and it is expressive of the conspicuousness of Christ's kingdom, which now will come with observation; his judgments, the administrations of his kingly office, will be manifest, and he will reign before his ancients gloriously: and its being said to be written on his thigh may mean either that it was upon that part of his garment which covered his thigh; or else that it was also on his sword, which he sometimes girt upon his thigh. Mr. Daubuz has given an instance out of Victor Vitensis, of Clementianus, a monk, who had written on his thigh, ""a manichee" disciple of Jesus Christ.'' And this being done in Africa, he supposes it to be a Phoenician custom continued. It may here denote the perpetuity of Christ's name, power, and dominion, which will continue to the latest posterity, Psa 72:17 which spring from the thigh; and it may denote the subjection of his people to him, signified by the putting the hand under the thigh, Gen 24:2. And this name is King of kings and Lord of lords; which will well suit him now when he shall be openly King over all the earth; See Gill on Rev 17:14. (t) Plin. Nat. Hist. l. 35. c. 9.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
19:16 King . . . and Lord: See 1:5; 15:3; 17:14.
The Rider on the White Horse
15And from His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and He will rule them with an iron scepter. He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty. 16And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.
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A Living Hope - Part 2
By T. Austin-Sparks6.5K46:27HopeMAT 6:33MRK 1:14ACT 2:36ROM 10:14COL 1:271PE 1:3REV 19:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the fundamental reality that Christ in us is the hope of glory. He acknowledges that even the best of human nature is flawed and cannot bring about true hope. The speaker highlights the example of the disciples, who despite their good intentions, failed and denied Jesus. He emphasizes that our hope lies not in ourselves, but in the work of grace and the presence of Christ within us. The sermon encourages listeners to focus on the smallest bit of Christ in others and to recognize the transformative power of God's grace.
Who Controls Your Life
By Alan Redpath5.4K52:02BondageMAT 6:33JHN 13:13ROM 14:7PHP 2:5COL 1:15REV 19:16In this sermon, Dr. Alan Redbath addresses a crowd of young people, questioning their commitment to God's will. He emphasizes the importance of living a holy life, stating that it is impossible without a holy body. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about his rugby training and relates it to the need for one person to be in control for progress. He then references Philippians 2, highlighting the humility and obedience of Jesus Christ, who willingly went from the throne to the cross. The sermon concludes with a prayer for God to speak to the hearts of the listeners.
A Battle of Faith
By Basilea Schlink2.2K04:35Radio ShowGEN 32:24JHN 8:36ROM 8:37REV 19:16In this sermon, Basilia Schlink discusses the battle of faith and the power of Jesus to set us free from sin and bondage. She emphasizes the need for a persistent and fervent prayer that engages in a struggle of faith, similar to Jacob's battle with the angel. Schlink shares her personal experience of dealing with a difficult person and finding victory through the name and blood of Jesus. She encourages listeners to rely on the power of Jesus' sacrifice and to trust in his ability to break the chains of sin and bring true freedom.
A Bondslave Mentality
By Darrell Champlin1.8K26:07ServanthoodMAT 28:19ROM 8:35EPH 1:11REV 5:9REV 19:16In this sermon, Dr. Darrell Champlin speaks about the importance of having a bond slave mentality towards Christ. He emphasizes the sacrifice and suffering that Jesus endured for humanity, highlighting his crucifixion and the shedding of his blood. Dr. Champlin urges young people to dedicate themselves fully to Christ, stating that without this bond slavery, the world will face a Christless eternity. He concludes by referencing Romans 8:35-39 and Chapter 9:1-3, emphasizing the unbreakable love and commitment that God has for his people.
The Lordship of Christ
By B.B. Caldwell1.8K45:00Lordship Of ChristMAT 13:24MAT 13:47MAT 25:31JHN 17:1ACT 2:36EPH 2:6REV 19:16In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of staying prepared and facing the challenges that come our way, rather than seeking to escape or leave. He uses metaphors such as the wheat and chaff, the good fish and bad fish, and the sheep and goats to illustrate this point. The preacher also affirms that Jesus will be Lord forever, and warns against preaching lies that are not aligned with the truth of the Bible. He explains that salvation is not in our hands, but in the hands of God, and that it is God who opens the way for us to make Jesus our Lord.
The Christ of Patmos
By C.H. Spurgeon1.7K43:51LEV 1:14ISA 1:18MAT 6:33REV 1:12REV 19:16The sermon transcript describes the power and victory of Christ in converting multitudes of souls. The speaker encourages believers to worship and trust in Christ, who is both a king and a priest. The transcript also emphasizes the importance of ministers in the church, highlighting that Christ holds them up and keeps them safe. The lesson of the Old Testament is mentioned, where the poor brought turtle doves or pigeons as a sacrifice for sin, while the rich brought a bullock.
Jesus Is Coming Again
By Chuck Smith1.6K32:17PSA 22:18ISA 53:3DAN 7:13MAT 24:30JHN 3:16JHN 19:34REV 1:5REV 19:16This sermon delves into the book of Revelation, emphasizing the blessings that come from studying its prophecies. It explores the diverse prophecies regarding the Messiah's first and second comings, highlighting the importance of recognizing Jesus as the faithful witness, the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. The sermon concludes with a powerful reminder of the imminent return of Jesus, urging listeners to choose to be among those who rejoice at His coming.
(Revelation) the Marriage Supper of the Lamb - Part 2
By Willie Mullan1.6K1:12:55Marriage Supper of the LambISA 9:6MAT 6:332TH 1:7REV 19:12REV 19:16In this sermon, the preacher starts by singing a hymn about Jesus' blood and righteousness. He then mentions a speaker at a convention who struggled to speak and sarcastically comments that if God had meant him to be a missionary, he would have been able to talk. The preacher then focuses on Isaiah 9:6 and breaks down the verse into three parts: the child born, the son given, and the government upon his shoulder. He emphasizes that Jesus' first coming was as a humble child, but his second coming will be as a powerful king.
Upon His Head Were Many Crowns
By Rolfe Barnard8361:00:37REV 19:1REV 19:6REV 19:16REV 19:20In this sermon, the preacher describes a scene where the four and twenty elders and the four beasts worship God on His throne. They praise Him by saying "Hallelujah!" and a voice from the throne commands everyone to praise God for all that He has done. The preacher then shares a personal story about an 84-year-old man who was determined to find his place in a church meeting, despite his age and physical limitations. The man eventually realizes the depth of what Jesus has done for him and responds by offering his rifle as a symbol of surrender. The preacher challenges the audience to consider how they can respond to God's abundant givingness in their own lives.
Humility Is Christ's Pattern
By Scott Hynds75829:25ISA 57:15MAT 7:29JHN 13:13ROM 8:17PHP 2:7JAS 1:22JAS 4:6REV 19:16
This sermon delves into John chapter 13, focusing on Jesus washing the disciples' feet as an example of humility and servanthood. The importance of following Jesus' teachings and patterns, the necessity of humility, and the power of God's word in teaching and preaching are emphasized. The sermon highlights the significance of Jesus being both a teacher and Lord, the need for obedience along with knowledge, and the reminder that true happiness comes from knowing and doing God's will.
Studies in Isaiah - Part 7
By Harry Ironside64137:25ExpositoryPRO 3:5ISA 22:22ISA 35:1MAT 7:7JHN 10:9REV 19:16In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his own life and how he was once disillusioned and lived for self-gratification. He then mentions a poem about the Assyrians attacking the people of God, but how the angel of the Lord intervened and destroyed their army. The speaker admits to overlooking a chapter in the Bible while preparing his message, but it turns out to be a chapter that describes the blessings of Messiah's kingdom. He explains that the four historical chapters in Isaiah focus on King Hezekiah, a godly king who faced near-death but was raised up by God to fulfill His purposes.
Why Are the Nations on the Rampage?
By Basilea Schlink51604:35Radio ShowPSA 2:1PSA 2:6MAT 6:33MAT 21:9REV 19:11REV 19:16In this sermon, the speaker addresses the growing problems and tensions in the world, causing people to live in fear. The speaker highlights the hatred and conspiracies of nations against God, as described in the second Psalm. However, the speaker finds comfort in the words "in vain," knowing that Jesus will appear and destroy the nations with his breath, establishing his eternal kingdom. The speaker encourages listeners to sing and praise Jesus as the coming King, as this brings a sense of victory and protection against the powers of hatred. The sermon emphasizes that despite the increasing anti-Christian sentiment in the world, people will come to recognize who Jesus truly is, and God's help will be closest in times of great need and persecution.
Christ as Our King
By Roger Ellsworth47530:28ChristEXO 20:7EXO 20:14PSA 93:1ISA 9:7MAT 6:33ROM 10:17PHP 2:10HEB 1:1HEB 4:12REV 6:15REV 19:16In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of treating God's name with reverence and honoring the Sabbath as a holy day. He also highlights God's commandments against sexual immorality, theft, and murder. The preacher warns that there will come a time when Jesus Christ will return to the earth, and those who have scoffed at him will mourn and fear his wrath. Ultimately, every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, bringing glory to God the Father. The preacher shares his personal experience of once being a rebel against God's laws but acknowledges that God can still extend grace and forgiveness to rebels.
Mark - Jesus in the Jewish Court
By J. Glyn Owen40247:40JesusMAT 24:30MAT 28:18MRK 14:53JHN 2:19ACT 7:48REV 19:16In this sermon, the speaker discusses the trials of Jesus before his crucifixion. He explains that Jesus was tried by both the Jews and the Romans because the Jews did not have the power to put someone to death. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus was willing to suffer in order to save sinners from the consequences of their sins. He also mentions that the Jewish trial had three parts, with two different high priests involved. The speaker encourages the audience to read all four Gospels together to get a complete picture of the events leading up to Jesus' death and resurrection.
The King of Kings Is Coming to Rule the Whole Earth
By Mike Bickle251:05:00The Kingdom of GodMillennial ReignISA 2:2DAN 7:14MAT 28:19REV 19:16Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of the coming of the King of Kings to rule the earth, explaining that the kingdom of God is both present in a limited way and will be fully realized after the second coming of Christ. He highlights the importance of understanding the millennial kingdom, where Jesus will establish His reign over all aspects of society, and encourages believers to prepare for their roles in this future kingdom. Bickle stresses that the message of the kingdom is not just about personal salvation but about participating in a divine empire that will last for a thousand years and beyond. He calls for a deeper understanding of the continuity between our current lives and our future roles in the kingdom, urging believers to engage in discipling nations and transforming society according to God's principles.
The Baptism of the Holy Ghost - Part 2
By John G. Lake3DAN 10:1MAT 3:11MAT 6:10MAT 8:17LUK 24:491CO 14:22EPH 2:11JN 4:17REV 1:18REV 19:16John G. Lake preaches on the significance of the Baptism of the Holy Ghost, emphasizing the command of Jesus to His disciples to wait for the power from on high. Lake shares personal experiences of receiving the Baptism, highlighting the necessity of heart cleansing and spiritual preparation to receive the Holy Ghost. He discusses the transformative results of the Baptism, including a deep love for humanity, a powerful ministry of healing, and a fervent desire to see souls saved. Lake also delves into the different degrees of Baptism, urging believers to seek a higher level of consecration and union with Christ.
Where Two Ways Meet
By Paris Reidhead2MAT 7:21MRK 11:1LUK 6:46JHN 20:26ROM 10:9REV 19:16Paris Reidhead preaches on the significance of encountering Jesus at the crossroads of life, using the story of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem as a powerful illustration. Jesus, fully aware of His impending suffering and death, fearlessly enters Jerusalem, symbolizing His victory over sin and death. Reidhead emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as the King of kings and Lord of lords, surrendering all to Him, and obeying His commands without hesitation. He challenges listeners to choose the right path, the way of life, by acknowledging Jesus as their Lord and God, and submitting to His authority.
Christology: Jesus Christ
By Greg Herrick2MAT 1:23JHN 1:1ACT 2:331CO 15:3EPH 1:20PHP 2:6COL 1:17HEB 2:14REV 19:16Greg Herrick delves into the comprehensive study of Christ, known as 'christology,' covering various aspects such as the preexistence of Christ, Old Testament prophecies about Christ, his humanity, deity, incarnation, temptations, sinlessness, death, resurrection, ascension, exaltation, return, three-fold office, and states. The sermon explores how Christ's preexistence is evident in the New Testament, the fulfillment of numerous prophecies in the Old Testament, the humanity and deity of Christ, the significance of his incarnation and kenosis, the impeccability of Christ, his sacrificial death, victorious resurrection, ascension, exaltation, and the future return of Christ as King of Kings.
To Him Be Glory Both Now and Forever
By C.H. Spurgeon1Glorifying GodEternal GloryPSA 115:1ISA 43:7MAT 5:16ROM 12:11CO 10:31PHP 4:13COL 3:23HEB 7:171PE 4:11REV 19:16C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the eternal glory of Jesus, proclaiming that heaven will be filled with His praises forever. He reflects on the significance of Christ's sacrifice and resurrection, asserting that the glory of the cross must never fade. Spurgeon encourages believers to glorify Jesus in their daily lives, regardless of their circumstances, and to seek ways to honor Him with their time, talents, and hearts. He calls for a heartfelt commitment to serve and glorify God now, as preparation for the eternal worship to come. Ultimately, he urges the congregation to make it their prayer to glorify God in all aspects of their lives.
The One and Only
By Lewis Gregory0ISA 45:5JHN 1:1JHN 15:4JHN 17:17GAL 2:20PHP 2:9COL 1:141JN 4:17REV 19:16Lewis Gregory emphasizes the importance of knowing the Truth, which is Jesus Christ, as the ultimate liberator, transformer, and source of wholeness. He highlights that Jesus is the Living Word, the embodiment of God's truth, and the sole Creator, Savior, and Ruler of all things. Gregory underscores the unique attributes of Jesus Christ, the King of kings and Lord of lords, and the significance of being in union with Christ, which enables believers to be like Christ and find their completeness and purpose in Him.
Titles of Christ.
By Edward Payson0ISA 9:6JHN 1:14ROM 14:11EPH 2:14PHP 2:9COL 1:19COL 2:2HEB 7:25REV 19:16Edward Payson preaches about the prophecy in Isaiah 9:6-7, foretelling the birth of Jesus Christ and the glorious consequences of His incarnation. He emphasizes the need for strong faith to comprehend the mysteries of Christ's person, character, and work, urging listeners to have childlike faith like the wise men, shepherds, and Simeon. Payson delves into the wonderful names and titles given to Jesus, such as Wonderful, Counsellor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace, highlighting the miraculous aspects of Christ's life, death, and resurrection. He concludes by inviting all to accept Jesus as their Redeemer and experience the endless increase of His government and peace.
The Character of a Ruler Over Men: Just, Ruling in the Fear of God; Found With Christ.
By John Gill0Righteous LeadershipChrist as King2SA 23:3PSA 72:1PRO 28:15ISA 9:6JER 23:5EZK 34:31MIC 5:2ZEC 9:9MAT 28:18REV 19:16John Gill emphasizes the essential qualities of a ruler over men, highlighting the need for justice and the fear of God in leadership. He explains that rulers should treat their subjects with kindness and righteousness, reflecting God's character, and warns against tyrannical governance that degrades humanity. Gill also points to the prophetic nature of these qualities, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who embodies the perfect ruler—just, righteous, and ruling in the fear of God. He encourages believers to recognize Christ as their King and to submit to His authority, rejoicing in His just and loving rule.
Twee Koninkrijken - 2 (Dutch)
By Anton Bosch0MAT 13:25JHN 3:3JHN 12:312CO 4:4GAL 6:15REV 19:16Anton Bosch preaches about the stark differences between the Kingdom of God and the kingdoms of the world, emphasizing that God's Kingdom is completely separate and will never merge with worldly kingdoms. While the ruler of the world and its kingdoms is Satan, those who participate in worldly kingdoms ultimately submit to his authority. In contrast, the Kingdom of God is under the sovereignty of Jesus, but many who claim to be part of this Kingdom do not fully submit to His rule, acting as their own kings. Being a resident of God's Kingdom requires unwavering loyalty to the King.
Four Voices: Part 1
By Warren Wiersbe0PSA 2:1MAT 11:29ACT 14:17ACT 17:26REV 19:16Warren Wiersbe preaches on the importance of discernment in a noisy world filled with conflicting voices, emphasizing the need for truth amidst propaganda. He highlights the four voices in Psalms 2: the voice of defiance from the nations seeking freedom without God, the voice of derision from God the Father who laughs at the rebellion on earth, the voice of Jesus as the established King in heaven, and the voice of the world's corruption resulting from defiance against God, leading to moral, intellectual, social, political, economic, and ecological chaos.
Christ's Triumphal Entry
By Paris Reidhead0PSA 24:3ZEC 9:9MAT 12:20MAT 21:1GAL 2:20REV 19:16Paris Reidhead preaches on Christ's Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, emphasizing the need for personal reflection and spiritual implications beyond the familiar events. He delves into the Old Testament prophecies that foretold Christ's entry, highlighting the significance of stripping off pretense and uncovering one's heart before the Lord. Reidhead stresses the importance of absolute honesty and brokenness before God, allowing Him to triumphantly enter every area of our lives. He challenges listeners to remove all hindrances that prevent others from encountering Christ and to serve God selflessly for His glory.
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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
On his vesture and on his thigh a name written - Dr. Dodd has well observed on this passage, that "it appears to have been an ancient custom among several nations to adorn the images of their deities, princes, victors at public games, and other eminent persons, with inscriptions, expressing either the character of the persons, their names, or some other circumstance which might contribute to their honor; and to that custom the description here given of Christ may possibly have some allusion. "There are several such images yet extant, with an inscription written either on the garment, or on one of the thighs, or on that part of the garment which was over the thigh; and probably this is the meaning of the apostle. And as these inscriptions are placed on the upper garment, Grotius seems very justly to have explained the words επι το ἱματιον, by his imperial robe, that his power in this victory might be conspicuous to all. But as a farther confirmation of this sense of the passage it may not be improper here to describe briefly several remarkable figures of this sort, which are still extant." This description I shall give from my own examination. 1. Herodotus, Euterpe, lib. ii. p. 127, edit. Gale, speaking of the actions of Sesostris, and of the images he set up in the countries which he conquered, has the following words: Εισι δε περι Ιωνιην δυο τυποι εν πετρῃσι εγκεκολαμμενοι τουτου του ανδρος, κ. τ. λ. "Two images likewise of this man are seen in Ionia, on the way that leads from Ephesus to Phocaea, and from Sardis to Smyrna. The figure is five palms in height; in his right hand he holds a dart, in his left a bow, armed after the manner of the Egyptians and Ethiopians. On a line drawn across the breast, from one shoulder to the other, are these words, written in Egyptian hieroglyphics: Εγω τηνδε την χωρην ωμοισι τοισι εμοισι εκτησαμην· 'I obtained this country by these my shoulders;'" i.e., by my own power. 2. In the Etruria Regalis of Dempster, in the appendix at the end of vol. ii., there is a beautiful female figure of brass, about twelve inches high, the hair gracefully plaited, and the head adorned with a diadem. She has a tunic without sleeves, and over that a sort of pallium. On the outside of the right thigh, close to the tunic, and probably on it, in the original, is an inscription in Etruscan characters. What these import I cannot say. Dempster has given a general explanation of the image in the appendix to the above volume, p. 108. The plate itself is the eighty-third of the work. 3. There are two other images found in the same author, vol. i., p. 91, tab. xxiv.; the first is naked, with the exception of a short loose jupe, or petticoat, which goes round the loins, and over the left arm. On the left thigh of this image there is an inscription in Etruscan characters. The second has a similar jupe, but much longer, which extends to the calf of the leg, and is supported over the bended left arm. Over the right thigh, on this vesture, there is an Etruscan inscription in two lines. 4. Montfaucon, Antiquite Expliquee, vol. iii., part 2, p. 268, has introduced an account of two fine images, which are represented tab. CLVII. The first is a warrior entirely naked, except a collar, one bracelet, and boots. On his left thigh, extending from the groin to a little below the knee, is an inscription in very ancient Etruscan characters, in two lines, but the import is unknown. The second is a small figure of brass, about six inches long, with a loose tunic, which is suspended from the left shoulder down to the calf of the legs. On this tunic, over the left thigh, is an inscription (perhaps) in very ancient Latin characters, but in the Etruscan language, as the learned author conjectures. It is in one line, but what it means is equally unknown. 5. In the same work, p. 269, tab. CLVIII., another Etruscan warrior is represented entirely naked; on the left thigh is the following words in uncial Greek letters, ΚΑΦΙΣΟΔΩΡΟΣ, and on the right thigh, ΑΙΣΧΛΑΜΙΟΥ, i.e., "Kaphisodorus, the son of Aischlamius." All these inscriptions are written longitudinally on the thigh. 6. Gruter, vol. iii., p. DCCCCLXXXIX, sub. tit. Affectus Servorum et Libertinorum inter se, et in suos, gives us the figure of a naked warrior, with his left hand on an axe, the end of whose helve rests on the ground, with the following inscription on the inside of his left thigh, longitudinally written, as in all other cases: - A. Poblicius. D. L. Antioc. Ti. Barbius. Q. P. L. Tiber. 7. The rabbins say, that "God gave to the Israelites a sword, on which the ineffable name יהוה Yehovah was inscribed; and as long as they held that sword the angel of death had no power over them." Shemoth Rabba, sec. 51, fol. 143, 2. Bemidbar Rabba, sec. 12, fol. 214, 2. In the latter tract, sec. 16, fol. 232, 3, and in Rab. Tanchum, fol. 66, mention is made of the guardian angels of the Israelites, who were clothed with purple vestments, on which was inscribed שם המפורש shem hammephorash, the ineffable name. See more in Schoettgen. 8. But what comes nearer to the point, in reference to the title given here to Christ, is what is related of Sesostris by Diodorus Siculus, lib. i. c. 55, p. 166, edit. Bipont, of whom he says: "Having pushed his conquests as far as Thrace, he erected pillars, on which were the following words in Egyptian hieroglyphics: Τηνδε την χωραν ὁπλοις κατεστρεψατο τοις ἑαυτου Βασιλευς Βασιλεων, και Δεσποτης Δεσποτων, Σεσοωσις·" This province, Sesoosis, (Sesostris), King of Kings and Lord of Lords, conquered by his own arms. This inscription is conceived almost in the words of St. John. Now the Greek historian did not borrow the words from the apostle, as he died in the reign of Augustus, about the time of our Lord's incarnation. This cannot be the same inscription mentioned above by Herodotus, the one being in Ionia, the other in Thrace: but as he erected several of those pillars or images, probably a nearly similar inscription was found on each. 9. This custom seems to have been common among the ancient Egyptians. Inscriptions are frequently found on the images of Isis, Osiris, Anubis, etc., at the feet, on the head, on the back, on the girdle, etc., etc. Eight of those ancient images in my own collection abound with these inscriptions. 1. Osiris, four inches and a quarter high, standing on a thrones all covered over with hieroglyphics exquisitely engraved. 2. Anubis, six inches high, with a tiara, on the back of which is cut ΛΕΓΟΡΝΥΘ , in uncial Greek characters. 3. The Cercopithecus, seven inches long, sitting on a pedestal, and at his feet, in the same characters, ΧΑΔΕΟ. 4. An Isis, about eight inches high, on her back ΔΡΥΓΟ. 5. Ditto, seven inches, beautifully cut, standing, holding a serpent in her left hand, and at her feet ΕΤΑΠΥΓΙ. 6. Ditto, five inches and a quarter, round whose girdle is ΠΙΕΥΧΥΔΙ; but part of this inscription appears to be hidden under her arms, which are extended by her side. 7. Ditto, five inches high, hooded, with a loose stola, down the back of which are seven lines of Greek uncial characters, but nearly obliterated. 8. Ditto, four inches high, with a girdle going round the back immediately under the arms, the front of which is hidden under a sort of a stomacher; on the part that appears are these characters, ΧΕΝΛΑ. These may be all intended as a kind of abrasaxas or tutelary deities; and I give this notice of them, and the inscriptions upon them, partly in illustration of the text, and partly to engage my learned and antiquarian readers in attempts to decipher them. I would have given the Etruscan characters on the other images described above, but have no method of imitating them except by an engraving. As these kinds of inscriptions on the thigh, the garments, and different parts of the body, were in use among different nations, to express character, conduct, qualities, and conquests, we may rest assured that to them St. John alludes when he represents our sovereign Lord with an inscription upon his vesture and upon his thigh; and had we not found it a custom among other nations, we should have been at a loss to account for its introduction and meaning here.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
"His name written on His vesture and on His thigh," was written partly on the vesture, partly on the thigh itself, at the part where in an equestrian figure the robe drops from the thigh. The thigh symbolizes Christ's humanity as having come, after the flesh, from the loins of David, and now appearing as the glorified "Son of man." On the other hand, His incommunicable divine name, "which no man knew," is on His head (Rev 19:12), [MENOCHIUS]. KING OF KINGS--Compare Rev 17:14, in contrast with Rev 19:17, the beast being in attempted usurpation a king of kings, the ten kings delivering their kingdom to him.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written,.... This name, afterwards expressed, is said to be written on his vesture, in allusion to the custom of persons of note and eminence having their names interwoven in their garments, and which was sometimes done in letters of gold, as Zeuxis had (t); and it is expressive of the conspicuousness of Christ's kingdom, which now will come with observation; his judgments, the administrations of his kingly office, will be manifest, and he will reign before his ancients gloriously: and its being said to be written on his thigh may mean either that it was upon that part of his garment which covered his thigh; or else that it was also on his sword, which he sometimes girt upon his thigh. Mr. Daubuz has given an instance out of Victor Vitensis, of Clementianus, a monk, who had written on his thigh, ""a manichee" disciple of Jesus Christ.'' And this being done in Africa, he supposes it to be a Phoenician custom continued. It may here denote the perpetuity of Christ's name, power, and dominion, which will continue to the latest posterity, Psa 72:17 which spring from the thigh; and it may denote the subjection of his people to him, signified by the putting the hand under the thigh, Gen 24:2. And this name is King of kings and Lord of lords; which will well suit him now when he shall be openly King over all the earth; See Gill on Rev 17:14. (t) Plin. Nat. Hist. l. 35. c. 9.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
19:16 King . . . and Lord: See 1:5; 15:3; 17:14.