Revelation 5:11

Japanese 1988 (Seisho Shinkyoudoyaku 聖書 新共同訳)

また、わたしは見た。そして、玉座と生き物と長老たちとの周りに、多くの天使の声を聞いた。その数は万の数万倍、千の数千倍であった。

この聖句の意味

John sees and hears a vast number of angels around God's throne praising Him. The exact number is beyond counting, showing the immense glory of God's presence.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine if you had so many friends at your birthday party that you couldn't even count them all! That’s how many angels John saw worshipping God in heaven.

歴史的背景

The Book of Revelation was written by John, one of Jesus' disciples, around the end of the first century. It was meant for early Christians facing persecution to encourage faith and endurance through visions of future glory.

今日への適用

In a noisy world filled with distractions, this verse reminds us that God is worthy of all our praise and worship, no matter how many voices there are or what they say.

トピック

• worship
• glory
• angels
• faithfulness
• perseverance
• heavenly beings

関連する聖句

• Daniel 7:10
• Psalm 68:17
• Luke 2:13-14
• Revelation 4:5
• Revelation 7:11

よくある質問

What do the beasts mentioned in this verse represent?

The 'beasts' likely refer to the living creatures described earlier, which symbolize aspects of Christ’s character or God's presence.

How can we apply Revelation 5:11 to our daily lives?

We can focus on praising and worshipping God in all circumstances, recognizing His greatness despite earthly distractions.

What was the audience supposed to learn from this vision of angels?

This vision would have encouraged early Christians by showing them the vast number of heavenly beings who support and praise God's sovereignty.

Is there a specific number given for how many angels are praising God?

The verse uses hyperbolic language to indicate an immeasurable number, emphasizing the overwhelming nature of this scene.