Revelation 4:9 Meaning and Explanation
“And when those beasts give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →As the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the One who lives forever, a response unfolds.
What Does Revelation 4:9 Mean?
This verse turns from the song to its effect. Whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to the One seated on the throne, who lives for ever and ever, their praise sets something in motion among the elders. The worship nearest the throne stirs the worship of all who surround it.
The One praised is named as living for ever and ever, the everlasting God whose life has no beginning and no end. Glory, honor, and thanks are the fitting return for such a One. Heaven shows that praise is never solitary; the adoration of some kindles the adoration of others, until all who are gathered join the chorus. True worship is contagious, drawing every heart present into the same response.
Revelation 4:9 in the Original Language
doxa (δόξα), 'glory' -- the weight of honor and radiant splendor that rightly belongs to God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Revelation 4:9
What does Revelation 4:9 mean?
As the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the One who lives forever, a response unfolds.