Summary of Revelation 5:6-7
John sees a Lamb, looking as if it had been slain, standing at the center of the throne, encircled by the four living creatures and the elders. The Lamb had seven horns and seven eyes, which are the seven spirits of God sent out into all the earth. He [Jesus] went and took the scroll from the right hand of him who sat on the throne.
BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 10, Day 3: Revelation 5:6-7
5a) Jesus. Jesus looked like a Lamb, looking as if it had been slain. The Lamb had seven horns and seven eyes.
b) The Lamb was slain to cover our sins, so believers can be with God for all of eternity. This means everything to me, for I know where I’m going and where I belong and who I belong to.
6a) God and Jesus are one.
b) It symbolizes completion. Jesus fully sees and understands (omniscient). The horns represent power, so we see Jesus’ absolute authority (omnipotence) over all. The seven spirits are the Holy Spirit both the Spirit of God and the Spirit of Christ.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 10, Day 3: Revelation 5:6-7
What a great picture! We see God’s plan coming to fruition with Jesus opening the scroll. How amazing!
End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 10, Day 3: Revelation 5:6-7
Since the Lamb looked like it had been slain, it probably bore the marks of crucifixion.
Only Jesus can take the scroll.
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