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Out of the throne proceed lightnings, sounds, and thunders. There were seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven Spirits of God.
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The Majesty of God's Throne
Commentators unanimously agree that the 'lightnings and thunders' coming from the throne are meant to evoke the scene at Mount Sinai. This imagery powerfully communicates the awesome majesty, glory, and sovereign power of God. It is a symbol of His righteous power and potential for judgment, reminding the reader of who sits on the throne.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And out of the throne proceeded lightnings and thunderings and voices. This is expressive of the majesty and glory of Him who sat upon it.…
Out of the throne (εκ του θρονου). Back to the throne itself. The imagery is kin to that in Ex 19:16; 24:9f.;[Reference Ezekiel 1:…
19th Century
Anglican
And out of the throne proceeded (rather, proceed; there is a change in the tense used) lightnings and thundering…
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“Flashes of lightning, rumblings and peals of thunder” coming from the throne symbolize God’s awesome presence and the vindication of the saints an…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And out of the throne proceeded lightnings and thunderings , and voices Which may be …
After the Lord Jesus had instructed the apostle to write to the churches the things that are, there was another vision. The apostle saw a …
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