Revelation 5:8
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Revelation 5:8 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Revelation 5:8 is a verse from the book of Revelation in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one o..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Revelation 5:8 — KJV
“And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints. odours: or, incense”
— Revelation 5:8 (KJV)
Revelation 5:8 in Context — About the Book of Revelation
Revelation pulls back the curtain on history's finale: the risen Christ walking among His churches, the throne room of heaven, judgment on evil, and a new heaven and new earth where God wipes every tear away. Written to persecuted believers, its message is singular — the Lamb wins.
Cross-References for Revelation 5:8
“And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne. offer...: or, add it to the prayers”
Shares key themes with Revelation 5:8: before, having, one
“And the four and twenty elders and the four beasts fell down and worshipped God that sat on the throne, saying, Amen; Alleluia.”
Shares key themes with Revelation 5:8: four, beasts, twenty
“The four and twenty elders fall down before him that sat on the throne, and worship him that liveth for ever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne, saying,”
Shares key themes with Revelation 5:8: four, twenty, elders
“And I beheld, and, lo, in the midst of the throne and of the four beasts, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as it had been slain, having seven horns and seven eyes, which are the seven Spirits of God sent forth into all the earth.”
Shares key themes with Revelation 5:8: four, beasts, elders
“And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that liveth for ever and ever.”
Shares key themes with Revelation 5:8: four, beasts, twenty
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