And I beheld, and, lo, in the midst of the throne and of the four beasts, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as it had been slain, having seven horns and seven eyes, which are the seven Spirits of God sent forth into all the earth.
Then I looked, and there in the center of it all, surrounded by the throne, the four living creatures, and the elders, stood a Lamb that looked like it had been killed. But this Lamb had seven horns and seven eyes, which represent God's Spirit reaching every corner of the earth.
The Lamb who died is still standing strong, seeing everything and holding all the power.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Revelation, written by the Apostle John around 90-95 AD during the persecution of Christians under Roman Emperor Domitian, this verse is part of a heavenly vision that unveils God's sovereign plan. John describes the Lamb, symbolizing Jesus Christ as the sacrificial Messiah who conquered death through His resurrection, standing in the midst of divine beings. The seven horns and seven eyes represent complete power and the pervasive work of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing God's full authority and watchful presence over creation.
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