Rev 1:2, 6 | Clarke | e4.org | Verse 2. Who bare record of the word of God ] Is there a reference here to the first chapter of John's gospel, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God , &c.? Of this Word John did bear record. Or, does the writer mean the fidelity with which he noted and related the word -doctrines or prophecies, which he received at this time by revelation from God? This seems more consistent with the latter part of the verse.

‏ Revelation of John 1:2

Verse 2. Who bare record of the word of God] Is there a reference here to the first chapter of John's gospel, In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, &c.? Of this Word John did bear record. Or, does the writer mean the fidelity with which he noted and related the word-doctrines or prophecies, which he received at this time by revelation from God? This seems more consistent with the latter part of the verse.

‏ Revelation of John 1:6

Verse 6. Kings and priests] See on 1Pe 2:5, 9. But instead of βασιλειςκαιιερεις, kings and priests the most reputable MSS., versions, and fathers have βασιλειανιερεις, a kingdom and priests; i.e. a kingdom of priests, or a royal priesthood. The regal and sacerdotal dignities are the two highest that can possibly exist among men; and these two are here mentioned to show the glorious prerogatives and state of the children of God.

To him be glory] That is, to Christ; for it is of him that the prophet speaks, and of none other.

For ever and ever] ειςτουςαιωναςτωναιωνων To ages of ages; or rather, through all indefinite periods; through all time, and through eternity.

Amen.] A word of affirmation and approbation; so it shall be, and so it ought to be.