New Testament

Revelation 19:10

The Clear Bible Translation matches the King James Version, written at a 10th-grade reading level in plain English

At a Glance

In this verse, John, the author of Revelation, encounters an angel and is so overwhelmed that he falls at the angel's feet to worship him.

Author: John the apostle
Written: Around AD 95
Genre: Apocalyptic prophecy
Original Audience: The seven churches of Asia Minor

CBTClear Bible Translation

I fell at his feet to worship him. But he said to me, "Do not do that. I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers who have the testimony of Jesus. Worship God! For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy."

KJVKing James Version

And I fell at his feet to worship him. And he said unto me, See thou do it not: I am thy fellowservant, and of thy brethren that have the testimony of Jesus: worship God: for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.

Verse Analysis

Plain-English insight for readers

In this verse, John, the author of Revelation, encounters an angel and is so overwhelmed that he falls at the angel's feet to worship him. However, the angel quickly stops him, emphasizing that he is just a servant like John and his fellow believers. The angel instructs John to worship only God, highlighting that the true essence of prophecy is centered on the testimony of Jesus. This moment underscores the importance of directing worship to God alone and recognizing that even heavenly beings are servants of God. The phrase 'the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy' suggests that all prophetic messages ultimately point to Jesus and His significance in God's plan. This interaction serves as a reminder of the proper attitude of humility and reverence in worship, as well as the centrality of Jesus in the Christian faith.

Key themes

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How to apply Revelation 19:10 to your life

This verse encourages us to focus our worship solely on God and to recognize the role of Jesus in our faith. It reminds us to approach worship with humility, understanding that we are all servants in God's plan. We should share the testimony of Jesus in our lives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick, clear answers about this verse

What does Revelation 19:10 mean?

Revelation 19:10 describes an encounter between John and an angel, where John attempts to worship the angel. The angel corrects him, stating that he is a fellow servant and emphasizes that worship should be directed to God alone, highlighting the importance of Jesus' testimony in prophecy.

What is the significance of the phrase 'the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy' in Revelation 19:10?

This phrase indicates that all prophetic messages ultimately focus on Jesus and His role in God's plan. It emphasizes that true prophecy is centered around the testimony of Jesus, reinforcing His importance in the Christian faith.

Why did John fall at the angel's feet in Revelation 19:10?

John fell at the angel's feet out of awe and reverence, overwhelmed by the angel's presence. This act of worship was quickly corrected by the angel, who reminded John that worship should be reserved for God.

What does Revelation 19:10 teach about worship?

Revelation 19:10 teaches that worship should be directed solely to God, not to any created being, including angels. It emphasizes humility in worship and the recognition of our role as servants in God's plan.

Book Summary

The Book of Revelation

Revelation 1: The Revelation of Jesus Christ

This is the revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gives Him to show His servants things which must shortly come to pass, sent and signified by His angel to John, who bears record of the word of God. A blessing is pronounced upon those who read and hear the words of this prophecy and keep the things written therein, for the time is at hand. John writes to the seven churches in Asia, sending grace and peace from Him which is, and which was, and which is to come, and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the first begotten of the dead, who washed us from our sins in His own blood. He declares Himself Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending. John, in the isle of Patmos for the word of God, is in the Spirit on the Lord's day and hears behind him a great voice as a trumpet. Turning, he sees seven golden candlesticks and one like the Son of man among them, clothed to the foot, His head and hairs white as wool, His eyes as a flame of fire, His feet like fine brass, His voice as the sound of many waters, seven stars in His right hand, and a sharp twoedged sword going out of His mouth. John falls at His feet as dead, and the Lord lays His right hand upon him, saying, Fear not, I am the first and the last, He that liveth and was dead and is alive for evermore. He reveals that the seven stars are the angels of the seven churches and the seven candlesticks are the seven churches.

Revelation 2: Letters to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, and Thyatira The Lord dictates letters to four of the seven churches. To Ephesus He commends their labor and patience and their rejection of evil men, but charges that they have left their first love, calling them to repent and do the first works. To Smyrna, suffering tribulation and poverty yet rich, He warns of coming imprisonment and bids them be faithful unto death to receive a crown of life, promising the overcomer shall not be hurt by the second death. To Pergamos, dwelling where Satan's seat is, He commends their holding fast His name but rebukes those holding the doctrine of Balaam and of the Nicolaitans, promising the overcomer hidden manna and a white stone with a new name. To Thyatira He commends their charity and works yet rebukes their suffering the woman Jezebel to teach and seduce His servants, declaring He will cast her into a bed of tribulation and that He searcheth the reins and hearts; the overcomer shall have power over the nations and the morning star. Revelation 3: Letters to Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea The Lord continues to the remaining three churches. To Sardis He declares they have a name that they live but are dead, urging them to be watchful and strengthen the things that remain, yet noting a few who have not defiled their garments who shall walk with Him in white. To Philadelphia, who has kept His word and not denied His name, He sets before them an open door which no man can shut, promising to keep them from the hour of temptation that shall come upon all the world, and that the overcomer shall be a pillar in the temple of God. To Laodicea He rebukes their being lukewarm, neither cold nor hot, so that He will spue them out of His mouth; they think themselves rich and increased with goods, but are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked, and He counsels them to buy of Him gold tried in the fire. He declares that He stands at the door and knocks, and if any man hear His voice and open the door, He will come in to him; the overcomer shall sit with Him in His throne.

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