Verse 5
The authoritative voice from the throne probably belonged to an angel (Revelation 19:10). It called for added continuous praise from all God’s servants (cf. Psalms 113:1; Psalms 115:13). Allusions to the Hallel psalms in this pericope connect the vindication that the psalmists cried out for so often with what was now imminent (cf. Psalms 113:1; Psalms 135:1; Psalms 135:20). The bond-servants to whom the voice appealed for praise probably include all the servants of God in heaven, angelic and human, including the saints and prophets (cf. Revelation 18:14; Revelation 18:20; Revelation 19:2). The angel called for the fear of God since judgment is in view. The call extends to creatures of all classes (cf. Psalms 115:13).
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