E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Revelation 5:8
had taken = took. every . . . them = each one. harps. The texts read "a harp". Greek. kithara. vials = bowls. Greek. phiale. Word characteristic of Rev. Occurs twelve times ( App-10 ). odours = incense. Greek. thumiama. are. i.e. symbolize. prayers. App-134 . saints = the saints. Greek. hagios. See Acts 9:13 . read more
Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Revelation 5:1-14
Vision of the Lamb (5:1-14)In the hand of the Almighty is a scroll, which no doubt contains the revelation that John is to receive. Like most important documents it is sealed. In fact, it has seven seals, and these can be broken only by someone with the authority to do so. Since the scroll will reveal matters of worldwide importance, the person to break these seals must be one who has authority over the world’s affairs. John weeps when it appears that no one in all creation can be found who is... read more