Revelation of John 11:19
Was opened ( ηνοιγη ). Second aorist passive indicative of ανοιγω, with augment on the preposition as in 15:5. For the sanctuary ( ναος ) of God in heaven see 3:12; 7:15; 15:5ff.; 21:22.Was seen ( ωφθη ). First aorist passive indicative of οραω.
The ark of his covenant ( η κιβωτος της διαθηκης αυτου ). The sacred ark within the second veil of the tabernacle (Heb 9:4) and in the inner chamber of Solomon's temple (1Ki 8:6) which probably perished when Nebuchadrezzar burnt the temple (2Ki 25:9; Jer 3:16). For the symbols of majesty and power in nature here see also 6:12; 8:5; 11:13; 16:18, 21.
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