Revelation 5:11
Verse
Context
The Lamb Exalted
10You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.”11Then I looked, and I heard the voices of many angels and living creatures and elders encircling the throne, and their number was myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands. 12In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!”
Sermons
Stephen Olford
Stan Ford
John Newton
Lewis Sperry Chafer
John Follette
John BramhallSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The voice of many angels - These also are represented as joining in the chorus with redeemed mortals. Ten thousand times ten thousand - "Myriads of myriads and chiliads of chiliads;" that is, an infinite or innumerable multitude. This is in reference to Dan 7:10.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
I beheld--the angels: who form the outer circle, while the Church, the object of redemption, forms the inner circle nearest the throne. The heavenly hosts ranged around gaze with intense love and adoration at this crowning manifestation of God's love, wisdom, and power. ten thousand times ten thousand--Greek, "myriads of myriads."
John Gill Bible Commentary
And I beheld, and heard the voice of many angels,.... Immaterial spirits, made by Christ, and worshippers of him, and ministering spirits to him and his, the holy and elect angels, who are confirmed in their state by Christ; these John beheld in a visionary way, and heard the voices and articulate sounds formed by them; and there were many of them; how many there are, or were here, cannot be said; we read of a multitude of heavenly host that appeared at the incarnation of Christ, and of more than twelve legions of angels, that Christ could have had of his Father for a word speaking, at the time of his apprehension, who would have rescued him out of the hands of his enemies; yea, that company is innumerable. The Syriac version reads, "as the voice of many waters"; these were round about the throne; were near to God, stood before him, behind his face, hearkened to his voice, and observed his orders: so with the Jews, the four angels, Michael, Gabriel, Uriel, and Raphael, are said (l) to be , "round about his throne", the throne of God: it follows here, and the beasts and the elders; the sense is not, that John heard the voice of the living creatures, and of the elders, as well as, and together with, the voice of many angels; for he had heard their voice and song before, but that the angels whose voice he heard, as they were round about the throne, so they were round about the living creatures, and round about the elders: the angels are near unto, and encompass the ministers of the Gospel; they are about them, and give them intimations and discoveries of the mind and will of God, as an angel did to John, Rev 1:1, and another to Paul, Act 27:23, and sometimes direct them where to go and preach the Gospel, as in Act 16:9, and surround them for their safety and protection: so horses and chariots of fire, by whom angels are meant, were round about the prophet Elisha, Kg2 6:16, and they were also round about the elders, the churches, and particular believers; angels and saints are near to one another; and angels are very friendly to the saints, and so them many good offices; they all belong to the same family, and are social worshippers of God; the angels are the guards that encamp round about them that fear the Lord, and often protect them from enemies and dangers; and it may be observed, that the saints are nearer the Lamb and the throne than the angels be; according to this account, there was a throne, and one that sat on it, who is the living God; nearest to the throne stood the Lamb; next to the Lamb stood the four living creatures, the ministers of the Gospel; next to them the elders, or churches, and members thereof; and in the outermost ring, and as encompassing all, stood the ministering angels, they being servants; whereas the saints are the heirs of salvation, and the bride, the Lamb's wife, and therefore nearer him: and the number of them was ten thousand times ten thousand, and thousands of thousands; that is, an innumerable company of them; a like number is mentioned in Dan 7:10 to which this seems to refer; see Psa 68:17. The Jews speak of nine hundred and six thousand millions of ministering angels, that stand constantly before the Lord (m). (l) Bemidbar Rabba sect. 2. fol. 179. 1. (m) Yalkut Simeoni, par. 2. fol. 69. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:11-12 A huge angelic chorus numbering thousands and millions provides an antiphonal response; all heaven responds to creation’s confession of Christ’s sacrifice.
Revelation 5:11
The Lamb Exalted
10You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.”11Then I looked, and I heard the voices of many angels and living creatures and elders encircling the throne, and their number was myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands. 12In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!”
- Scripture
- Sermons
- Commentary
Holy War
By Stephen Olford1.8K25:45WarfareREV 5:11REV 12:11In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of victory in the Christian experience. He explains that Christians overcome the devil and Satan through the blood of the lamb, which is why the Bible emphasizes the significance of the lamb. The preacher then introduces a singer who sings about the lamb and the essence of the Christian message. The singer highlights that Jesus died for us in the past, lives for us in the present, and will come for us in the future, emphasizing the victory we have in Christ. The sermon concludes with a call to know Jesus Christ as Lord.
(Revelation Thoughts From the Book) 5. the Glorious Culmination
By Roy Hession1.3K55:29CulminationMAT 6:33REV 4:1REV 5:11REV 6:6REV 15:7REV 19:11In this sermon, the preacher provides a quick overview of the book of Revelation. He outlines the structure of the book, which includes the seven seals, seven trumpets, and seven vials of God's wrath. The sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding the vision of the throne and the one sitting on it, representing God's sovereignty. The preacher acknowledges that not every symbol in the book is fully understood, but encourages listeners to seek understanding and find stability in their faith.
What Christ Means to Me!
By Stan Ford68538:35PSA 32:7ISA 55:7ACT 3:19REV 1:5REV 4:4REV 5:11REV 7:9In this sermon, the speaker opens the book of Revelation and reflects on the praise given to God by one man. The speaker emphasizes that God is too big to be limited to just four wedding creatures or a junior choir. The speaker then highlights the presence of four and twenty elders, possibly referring to the junior choir. However, the speaker is amazed to discover that there are thousands upon thousands singing worthy of the Lamb. The sermon also touches on the theme of loneliness and the importance of being connected to Christ to avoid being lost. The speaker shares a personal story of taking a wrong turn and feeling lost in London. The sermon concludes with a story of a little boy on London Bridge who is not lost but is searching for his parents.
Man Honoured Above Angels
By John Newton0PSA 8:41CO 13:1HEB 2:161PE 1:12REV 5:11John Newton preaches about the unique privilege sinners have to address their King in songs that even angels cannot sing, emphasizing the depth of Jesus' sacrifice for humanity. He highlights how Jesus, surpassing the angels, took on human form to save fallen man, making it possible for us to have a closer relationship with God than even the angels. Newton expresses awe at the disparity between the immense love we receive from God and our often lukewarm response, urging for a deeper, more heartfelt praise. He eagerly anticipates the glorious hour when freed from sin, we will worship and praise God in a way that surpasses even the angels.
The Angels
By Lewis Sperry Chafer0GEN 16:1JOB 38:7PSA 8:5MAT 4:11MAT 25:31MAT 25:41MAT 28:2MRK 5:9LUK 2:13LUK 7:24LUK 8:30LUK 22:43ACT 1:101CO 6:3GAL 3:191TI 4:11TI 5:21HEB 1:14HEB 2:7JAS 2:252PE 2:4JUD 1:6REV 1:20REV 5:11REV 20:10Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the intricate details of angels as depicted in the Scriptures, emphasizing their distinct order of creation, heavenly position above man, and the various classes of angelic beings, including the unfallen angels and the fallen angels. The sermon explores the nature, ministry, and significance of angels in pivotal events such as creation, the giving of the law, the birth and resurrection of Christ, and their future role in the second coming of Christ.
Music
By John Follette0PSA 51:17PSA 95:1COL 3:16REV 5:11John Follette emphasizes the importance of hymns in worship, acknowledging personal preferences and frustrations with certain songs. He categorizes hymns into three types: experience hymns focusing on self, prayer hymns for specific requests, and worship hymns directed to God. Despite our limitations, when the Holy Spirit moves, our songs become a beautiful offering to God, though still falling short of the heavenly worship. Follette encourages humility in worship, asking God to accept our imperfect praise.
Have You Found the Nail?
By John Bramhall0PSA 55:22ISA 22:24ISA 53:6JHN 1:291PE 5:7REV 5:11John Bramhall preaches about the prophecy concerning the birth and death of Jesus Christ, referred to as 'The Nail' in Zechariah's prophecy. Christ is symbolized as 'The Nail' who bears the burdens of our sins, cares, and will receive eternal glory. As 'The Nail,' He bore the heavy burden of our sins on the cross, offering freedom to all who acknowledge their sins laid upon Him. Believers are encouraged to cast all their cares upon Him, trusting in His ability to carry their burdens and to hang the glory of their lives upon 'The Nail' who is worthy of all honor and praise.
Our Insufficiency to Praise God Suitably, for His Mercy.
By Edward Taylor0PSA 8:3PSA 40:5PSA 103:12PSA 145:3REV 5:11Edward Taylor's sermon emphasizes the infinite nature of God's glory and the inadequacy of human praise in comparison. He reflects on the idea that even if the entire world were to be atomized into countless particles, the number of praises offered to God would still be immeasurable. Taylor contemplates the magnitude of praise that could be offered if each atom represented a pious man, each man had multiple tongues, and each tongue sang numerous songs of praise. Despite our limitations and shortcomings, Taylor acknowledges God's compassion in transforming us from sinful beings to ones capable of offering praise, albeit imperfectly.
Oneness With God in His Passion
By T. Austin-Sparks0Oneness with GodSuffering and BlessingGEN 22:1GEN 22:15JHN 3:16PHP 1:29COL 1:24HEB 11:17REV 5:11T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the profound connection between oneness with God and sharing in His passion, particularly through suffering. He draws parallels between Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac and God's sacrifice of His own Son, illustrating that true fellowship with God is found in embracing His sufferings. Sparks highlights that while suffering may seem daunting, it leads to blessings not only for ourselves but also for others, as seen in God's promise to Abraham. He encourages believers to accept the cup of Christ's sufferings, which ultimately brings joy and fulfillment. The message is one of hope, revealing that through trials, we can experience the fullness of God's blessings.
An Assembly Convoked Against Sinners.
By Edward Payson0NEH 5:7MAT 12:50MAT 25:34EPH 5:27HEB 10:31HEB 12:11PE 1:16REV 5:11Edward Payson preaches about Nehemiah's firmness in correcting evils among the Jews by setting a great assembly against the guilty, leading to their repentance and restitution. He parallels this with the need to show impenitent sinners the disapproval of a greater assembly against them, including all the good men on earth and in heaven, the holy angels, the inspired writers of the Bible, and ultimately, the Lord Jesus Christ and God the Father. Payson urges sinners to leave their unholy ranks and join the assembly of the truly good for eternal happiness, while reminding believers of the honor and obligations of belonging to such a glorious assembly.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The voice of many angels - These also are represented as joining in the chorus with redeemed mortals. Ten thousand times ten thousand - "Myriads of myriads and chiliads of chiliads;" that is, an infinite or innumerable multitude. This is in reference to Dan 7:10.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
I beheld--the angels: who form the outer circle, while the Church, the object of redemption, forms the inner circle nearest the throne. The heavenly hosts ranged around gaze with intense love and adoration at this crowning manifestation of God's love, wisdom, and power. ten thousand times ten thousand--Greek, "myriads of myriads."
John Gill Bible Commentary
And I beheld, and heard the voice of many angels,.... Immaterial spirits, made by Christ, and worshippers of him, and ministering spirits to him and his, the holy and elect angels, who are confirmed in their state by Christ; these John beheld in a visionary way, and heard the voices and articulate sounds formed by them; and there were many of them; how many there are, or were here, cannot be said; we read of a multitude of heavenly host that appeared at the incarnation of Christ, and of more than twelve legions of angels, that Christ could have had of his Father for a word speaking, at the time of his apprehension, who would have rescued him out of the hands of his enemies; yea, that company is innumerable. The Syriac version reads, "as the voice of many waters"; these were round about the throne; were near to God, stood before him, behind his face, hearkened to his voice, and observed his orders: so with the Jews, the four angels, Michael, Gabriel, Uriel, and Raphael, are said (l) to be , "round about his throne", the throne of God: it follows here, and the beasts and the elders; the sense is not, that John heard the voice of the living creatures, and of the elders, as well as, and together with, the voice of many angels; for he had heard their voice and song before, but that the angels whose voice he heard, as they were round about the throne, so they were round about the living creatures, and round about the elders: the angels are near unto, and encompass the ministers of the Gospel; they are about them, and give them intimations and discoveries of the mind and will of God, as an angel did to John, Rev 1:1, and another to Paul, Act 27:23, and sometimes direct them where to go and preach the Gospel, as in Act 16:9, and surround them for their safety and protection: so horses and chariots of fire, by whom angels are meant, were round about the prophet Elisha, Kg2 6:16, and they were also round about the elders, the churches, and particular believers; angels and saints are near to one another; and angels are very friendly to the saints, and so them many good offices; they all belong to the same family, and are social worshippers of God; the angels are the guards that encamp round about them that fear the Lord, and often protect them from enemies and dangers; and it may be observed, that the saints are nearer the Lamb and the throne than the angels be; according to this account, there was a throne, and one that sat on it, who is the living God; nearest to the throne stood the Lamb; next to the Lamb stood the four living creatures, the ministers of the Gospel; next to them the elders, or churches, and members thereof; and in the outermost ring, and as encompassing all, stood the ministering angels, they being servants; whereas the saints are the heirs of salvation, and the bride, the Lamb's wife, and therefore nearer him: and the number of them was ten thousand times ten thousand, and thousands of thousands; that is, an innumerable company of them; a like number is mentioned in Dan 7:10 to which this seems to refer; see Psa 68:17. The Jews speak of nine hundred and six thousand millions of ministering angels, that stand constantly before the Lord (m). (l) Bemidbar Rabba sect. 2. fol. 179. 1. (m) Yalkut Simeoni, par. 2. fol. 69. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:11-12 A huge angelic chorus numbering thousands and millions provides an antiphonal response; all heaven responds to creation’s confession of Christ’s sacrifice.