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and behold, a throne set in heaven, and One sat on the throne. <a href="/nasb_/revelation/4.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit; and behold, a throne was standing in heaven, and someone was sitting on the throne. <a href="/nasb/revelation/4.htm">NASB 1995</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit; and behold, a throne was standing in heaven, and One sitting on the throne. <a href="/nasb77/revelation/4.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Immediately I was in the Spirit; and behold, a throne was standing in heaven, and One sitting on the throne. <a href="/lsb/revelation/4.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Immediately I was in the Spirit, and behold, a throne was standing in heaven, and One sitting on the throne. <a href="/amp/revelation/4.htm">Amplified Bible</a> At once I was in [special communication with] the Spirit; and behold, a throne stood in heaven, with One seated on the throne. <a href="/csb/revelation/4.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit, and there was a throne in heaven and someone was seated on it. <a href="/hcsb/revelation/4.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit, and a throne was set there in heaven. One was seated on the throne, <a href="/asv/revelation/4.htm">American Standard Version</a> Straightway I was in the Spirit: and behold, there was a throne set in heaven, and one sitting upon the throne; <a href="/cev/revelation/4.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Right then the Spirit took control of me, and there in heaven I saw a throne and someone sitting on it. <a href="/erv/revelation/4.htm">English Revised Version</a> Straightway I was in the Spirit: and behold, there was a throne set in heaven, and one sitting upon the throne; <a href="/gwt/revelation/4.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Instantly, I came under the Spirit's power. I saw a throne in heaven, and someone was sitting on it. <a href="/gnt/revelation/4.htm">Good News Translation</a> At once the Spirit took control of me. There in heaven was a throne with someone sitting on it. <a href="/isv/revelation/4.htm">International Standard Version</a> Instantly I was in the Spirit, and I saw a throne in heaven with a person seated on the throne. <a href="/msb/revelation/4.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And at once I was in the Spirit, and I saw a throne standing in heaven, with someone seated on it. <a href="/net/revelation/4.htm">NET Bible</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit, and a throne was standing in heaven with someone seated on it! <a href="/nheb/revelation/4.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit; and look, there was a throne set in heaven, and one sitting on the throne. <a href="/wbt/revelation/4.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And immediately I was in the spirit: and behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne. <a href="/wey/revelation/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Immediately I found myself in the Spirit, and saw a throne in Heaven, and some One sitting on the throne. <a href="/web/revelation/4.htm">World English Bible</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit. Behold, there was a throne set in heaven, and one sitting on the throne <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/revelation/4.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and immediately I was in [the] Spirit, and behold, a throne was set in Heaven, and on the throne is [One] sitting, <a href="/blb/revelation/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit, and behold, a throne was set in heaven, and One sitting upon the throne, <a href="/ylt/revelation/4.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and immediately I was in the Spirit, and lo, a throne was set in the heaven, and upon the throne is one sitting, <a href="/slt/revelation/4.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And instantly I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sitting upon the throne.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/revelation/4.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And immediately I was in the spirit: and behold there was a throne set in heaven, and upon the throne one sitting. <a href="/cpdv/revelation/4.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And immediately I was in the Spirit. And behold, a throne had been placed in heaven, and there was One sitting upon the throne. <a href="/nabre/revelation/4.htm">New American Bible</a> At once I was caught up in spirit. A throne was there in heaven, and on the throne sat <a href="/nrsvce/revelation/4.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> At once I was in the spirit, and there in heaven stood a throne, with one seated on the throne!<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/revelation/4.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And immediately I was in the spirit: and behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/4.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And at once I was in The Spirit, and behold a throne fixed in Heaven, and upon the throne sat he;<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/revelation/4.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And immediately I was in spirit; and behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne; <a href="/godbey/revelation/4.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Immediately I was in the Spirit: and behold, a throne was set in the heaven, and on the throne one sitting, <a href="/haweis/revelation/4.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And immediately I was rapt in spirit: and, lo! a throne was placed in heaven, and upon the throne a person sitting. <a href="/mace/revelation/4.htm">Mace New Testament</a> Immediately I was in an extasy: and I saw a throne placed in heaven, and one sitting on the throne. <a href="/wey/revelation/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Immediately I found myself in the Spirit, and saw a throne in Heaven, and some One sitting on the throne. <a href="/worrell/revelation/4.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Straightway I was in the Spirit, and, behold, there was a throne set in Heaven, and One sitting upon the throne; <a href="/worsley/revelation/4.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And immediately I was in the Spirit: and behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sitting on the throne. <a href="/parallel/revelation/4-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LJfD7KQcx0I?start=883" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/revelation/4.htm">The Throne in Heaven</a> 1After this I looked and saw a door standing open in heaven. And the voice I had previously heard speak to me like a trumpet was saying, “Come up here, and I will show you what must happen after these things.” 2<a href="/greek/2112.htm" title="2112: eutheōs (Adv) -- Immediately, soon, at once. Adverb from euthus; directly, i.e. At once or soon.">At once</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: egenomēn (V-AIM-1S) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">I was</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/4151.htm" title="4151: Pneumati (N-DNS) -- Wind, breath, spirit. ">the Spirit,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2400.htm" title="2400: idou (V-AMA-2S) -- See! Lo! Behold! Look! Second person singular imperative middle voice of eido; used as imperative lo!">I saw</a> <a href="/greek/2362.htm" title="2362: thronos (N-NMS) -- From thrao; a stately seat; by implication, power or a potentate.">a throne</a> <a href="/greek/2749.htm" title="2749: ekeito (V-IIM/P-3S) -- To lie, recline, be placed, be laid, set, specially appointed, destined. Middle voice of a primary verb; to lie outstretched.">standing</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3772.htm" title="3772: ouranō (N-DMS) -- Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel.">heaven,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">with</a> <a href="/greek/2521.htm" title="2521: kathēmenos (V-PPM/P-NMS) -- To sit, be seated, enthroned; I dwell, reside. From kata; and hemai; to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside.">someone seated</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">on</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2362.htm" title="2362: thronon (N-AMS) -- From thrao; a stately seat; by implication, power or a potentate.">it.</a> 3The One seated there looked like jasper and carnelian, and a rainbow that gleamed like an emerald encircled the throne.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/ezekiel/1-26.htm">Ezekiel 1:26-28</a> Above the expanse over their heads was the likeness of a throne with the appearance of sapphire, and on the throne high above was a figure like that of a man. / From what seemed to be His waist up, I saw a gleam like amber, with what looked like fire within it all around. And from what seemed to be His waist down, I saw what looked like fire; and brilliant light surrounded Him. / The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking. <a href="/daniel/7-9.htm">Daniel 7:9-10</a> As I continued to watch, thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat. His clothing was white as snow, and the hair of His head was like pure wool. His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. / A river of fire was flowing, coming out from His presence. Thousands upon thousands attended Him, and myriads upon myriads stood before Him. The court was convened, and the books were opened. <a href="/isaiah/6-1.htm">Isaiah 6:1-4</a> In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted; and the train of His robe filled the temple. / Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. / And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” ... <a href="/1_kings/22-19.htm">1 Kings 22:19</a> Micaiah continued, “Therefore hear the word of the LORD: I saw the LORD sitting on His throne, and all the host of heaven standing by Him on His right and on His left. <a href="/psalms/47-8.htm">Psalm 47:8</a> God reigns over the nations; God is seated on His holy throne. <a href="/psalms/103-19.htm">Psalm 103:19</a> The LORD has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all. <a href="/hebrews/8-1.htm">Hebrews 8:1</a> The point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, <a href="/hebrews/12-2.htm">Hebrews 12:2</a> Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. <a href="/matthew/19-28.htm">Matthew 19:28</a> Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. <a href="/matthew/25-31.htm">Matthew 25:31</a> When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the angels with Him, He will sit on His glorious throne. <a href="/acts/7-55.htm">Acts 7:55-56</a> But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked intently into heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. / “Look,” he said, “I see heaven open and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God.” <a href="/colossians/3-1.htm">Colossians 3:1</a> Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. <a href="/1_timothy/6-15.htm">1 Timothy 6:15-16</a> which the blessed and only Sovereign One—the King of kings and Lord of lords—will bring about in His own time. / He alone is immortal and dwells in unapproachable light. No one has ever seen Him, nor can anyone see Him. To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen. <a href="/revelation/1-10.htm">Revelation 1:10</a> On the Lord’s day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet, <a href="/revelation/5-1.htm">Revelation 5:1-7</a> Then I saw a scroll in the right hand of the One seated on the throne. It had writing on both sides and was sealed with seven seals. / And I saw a mighty angel proclaiming in a loud voice, “Who is worthy to break the seals and open the scroll?” / But no one in heaven or on earth or under the earth was able to open the scroll or look inside it. ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And immediately I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne.I was.<a href="/revelation/1-10.htm">Revelation 1:10</a> I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet,<a href="/revelation/17-3.htm">Revelation 17:3</a> So he carried me away in the spirit into the wilderness: and I saw a woman sit upon a scarlet coloured beast, full of names of blasphemy, having seven heads and ten horns.<a href="/revelation/21-10.htm">Revelation 21:10</a> And he carried me away in the spirit to a great and high mountain, and shewed me that great city, the holy Jerusalem, descending out of heaven from God,a throne.<a href="/revelation/4-5.htm">Revelation 4:5</a> And out of the throne proceeded lightnings and thunderings and voices: and there were seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven Spirits of God.<a href="/revelation/20-11.htm">Revelation 20:11</a> And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them.<a href="/isaiah/6-1.htm">Isaiah 6:1</a> In the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple.and one.<a href="/revelation/4-9.htm">Revelation 4:9</a> And when those beasts give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever,<a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Revelation 3:21</a> To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.<a href="/revelation/5-1.htm">Revelation 5:1,6,7,13</a> And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/revelation/3-2.htm">Found</a> <a href="/revelation/4-1.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">High</a> <a href="/james/1-24.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/revelation/2-16.htm">Once</a> <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Sat</a> <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Seat</a> <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Seated</a> <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Sitting</a> <a href="/revelation/1-13.htm">Someone</a> <a href="/revelation/3-22.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/revelation/4-1.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/revelation/3-20.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-15.htm">Straight</a> <a href="/3_john/1-14.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Throne</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/revelation/5-4.htm">Found</a> <a href="/revelation/5-3.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm">High</a> <a href="/1_samuel/9-13.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/revelation/10-8.htm">Once</a> <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm">Sat</a> <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm">Seat</a> <a href="/revelation/4-4.htm">Seated</a> <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm">Sitting</a> <a href="/revelation/11-1.htm">Someone</a> <a href="/revelation/11-8.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/revelation/5-6.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/revelation/5-6.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/genesis/18-6.htm">Straight</a> <a href="/1_samuel/9-13.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm">Throne</a><div class="vheading2">Revelation 4</div>1. <a href="/revelation/4-1.htm">John sees the throne of God in heaven.</a> 4. <a href="/revelation/4-4.htm">The twenty-four elders.</a> 6. <a href="/revelation/4-6.htm">The four beasts full of eyes before and behind.</a> 10. <a href="/revelation/4-10.htm">The elders lay down their crowns, and worship him who sat on the throne.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The concept of being "in the Spirit" is seen throughout Scripture, such as in <a href="/ezekiel/37.htm">Ezekiel 37:1</a> and <a href="/acts/10-10.htm">Acts 10:10</a>, where individuals are transported into a spiritual state to receive divine revelation. This emphasizes the supernatural nature of John's vision and aligns with the prophetic experiences of Old Testament prophets.and I saw a throne standing in heaven The throne is a central symbol of authority and sovereignty, representing God's ultimate rule over the universe. In biblical literature, the throne often signifies divine judgment and kingship, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/6.htm">Isaiah 6:1</a> and <a href="/daniel/7-9.htm">Daniel 7:9</a>. The imagery of a throne in heaven underscores the transcendence and majesty of God, setting the stage for the subsequent revelations in the book of Revelation.with someone seated on it The presence of someone seated on the throne indicates the active reign and governance of God. This aligns with the biblical portrayal of God as the eternal King, as seen in <a href="/psalms/47-8.htm">Psalm 47:8</a> and <a href="/hebrews/1-3.htm">Hebrews 1:3</a>. The seated position suggests rest and authority, implying that God's rule is established and unchallenged. This imagery also foreshadows the eschatological themes of judgment and redemption that are central to the book of Revelation.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_apostle.htm">John the Apostle</a> The author of Revelation, who is receiving the vision. He is in a state of spiritual ecstasy or heightened spiritual awareness, often described as being "in the Spirit." 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_throne.htm">The Throne</a> A central symbol in this vision, representing God's sovereign rule and authority. It is a focal point in the heavenly scene that John describes. 3. <a href="/topical/h/heaven.htm">Heaven</a> The setting of the vision, representing the divine realm where God's presence is fully manifest. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_one_seated_on_the_throne.htm">The One Seated on the Throne</a> This refers to God Himself, depicted as the sovereign ruler of the universe. The imagery emphasizes His majesty and authority.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/b/being_in_the_spirit.htm">Being In the Spirit</a> This phrase indicates a state of spiritual receptivity and openness to God's revelation. Believers are encouraged to cultivate a life led by the Spirit, seeking God's guidance and presence in their daily walk. <a href="/topical/t/the_sovereignty_of_god.htm">The Sovereignty of God</a> The vision of the throne underscores God's ultimate authority over all creation. In times of uncertainty, believers can find comfort and assurance in God's sovereign rule. <a href="/topical/w/worship_and_reverence.htm">Worship and Reverence</a> The imagery of the throne calls believers to a posture of worship and reverence. Recognizing God's majesty should lead to a life of worship, both individually and corporately. <a href="/topical/h/heavenly_perspective.htm">Heavenly Perspective</a> John's vision invites believers to adopt a heavenly perspective, focusing on eternal realities rather than temporal concerns. This perspective can transform how we live and prioritize our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_revelation_4.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Revelation 4</a> <a href="/q/why_is_god's_throne_in_rev_4_2-3_symbolic.htm">Why does Revelation 4:2–3 depict God’s throne in such vivid, symbolic imagery that lacks any archaeological or scientific evidence? </a> <a href="/q/what_are_god's_seven_spirits.htm">What are God's seven spirits?</a> <a href="/q/what's_revelation's_symbolic_meaning.htm">What is the symbolic interpretation of Revelation's events?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_god's_throne.htm">What is God's throne?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/revelation/4.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(2) And immediately I was in the spirit.-- Comp. <a href="/revelation/1-10.htm" title="I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet,">Revelation 1:10</a>. The mind and soul were absorbed in the vision of things celestial. (See. <a href="/context/2_corinthians/12-1.htm" title="It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.">2Corinthians 12:1-4</a>.)"Words may not tell of that transhuman change;If I were only what Thou didst create,Then newly, Love ! by whom the heaven is ruled,Thou know'st, who by Thy light didst bear me up." --Paradiso, i. 68-73.And, behold, a throne was set (i.e., not that the seer saw the throne being set, but when he saw it was already set) in heaven, and one sat on the throne.--Comp. Micaiah's speech (<a href="/1_kings/22-19.htm" title="And he said, Hear you therefore the word of the LORD: I saw the LORD sitting on his throne, and all the host of heaven standing by him on his right hand and on his left.">1Kings 22:19</a>). The enthroned One is not named. Have we here a touch of the Jewish reluctance to name Jehovah? or is it that the descriptive phrase, "He that sat on the throne" is Used here, and kept before us in the whole book to remind us that the great world drama moves forward ever under the eyes of the ruling One. (Comp, <a href="/revelation/5-1.htm" title="And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals.">Revelation 5:1</a>; <a href="/revelation/5-7.htm" title="And he came and took the book out of the right hand of him that sat on the throne.">Revelation 5:7</a>; <a href="/revelation/6-15.htm" title="And the kings of the earth, and the great men, and the rich men, and the chief captains, and the mighty men, and every slave, and every free man, hid themselves in the dens and in the rocks of the mountains;">Revelation 6:15</a>; <a href="/revelation/20-11.htm" title="And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them.">Revelation 20:11</a>; <a href="/revelation/21-5.htm" title="And he that sat on the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said to me, Write: for these words are true and faithful.">Revelation 21:5</a>.) . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/revelation/4.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 2. - And immediately I was in the Spirit. Omit "and" (see above), so that the passage may be rendered, After these things, immediately, I was in the Spirit; a new scene was opened out, as before (in ver. 1). St. John was already in the Spirit; but now receives a fresh outpouring of grace, enabling him to see yet more deeply into the mysteries of the kingdom of God. And, behold, a throne was set in heaven; or, a throne was situated (ἔκειτο). There is no action of placing or setting up. Compare the vision of Ezekiel, "In the firmament that was above the head of the cherubims there appeared over them as it were a sapphire stone, as the appearance of the likeness of a throne" (<a href="/ezekiel/10-1.htm">Ezekiel 10:1</a>), where the throne appears above the cherubim, in the position of the cloud of glory (cf. also <a href="/isaiah/6-1.htm">Isaiah 6:1, 2</a>, where the seraphim are above). And one sat on the throne. Probably the Triune God, to whom the Trisagien in ver. 8 is addressed. Some have thought that the Father is indicated, in contradistinction to the other Persons of the Holy Trinity, and that it is from him that the Son takes the book in <a href="/revelation/5-8.htm">Revelation 5:8</a>. But as Cornelius a Lapide remarks, "The Son as Man may well be said, especially in a sublime vision like this, to come to God." The Person is not named, because (1) the Name of God is incommunicable; it is the "new Name" (see on Revelation 3:12); or (2) because the seer describes only what is seen; or (3) it is suppressed from a sense of reverence. <a href="/commentaries/revelation/4-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>At once εὐθέως (eutheōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_2112.htm">Strong's 2112: </a> Immediately, soon, at once. Adverb from euthus; directly, i.e. At once or soon. I was ἐγενόμην (egenomēn) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. [the] Spirit, Πνεύματι (Pneumati) Noun - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4151.htm">Strong's 4151: </a> Wind, breath, spirit. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. I saw ἰδοὺ (idou) Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2400.htm">Strong's 2400: </a> See! Lo! Behold! Look! Second person singular imperative middle voice of eido; used as imperative lo! a throne θρόνος (thronos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2362.htm">Strong's 2362: </a> From thrao; a stately seat; by implication, power or a potentate. standing ἔκειτο (ekeito) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2749.htm">Strong's 2749: </a> To lie, recline, be placed, be laid, set, specially appointed, destined. Middle voice of a primary verb; to lie outstretched. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. heaven, οὐρανῷ (ouranō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3772.htm">Strong's 3772: </a> Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel. [with] καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [someone] seated καθήμενος (kathēmenos) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2521.htm">Strong's 2521: </a> To sit, be seated, enthroned; I dwell, reside. From kata; and hemai; to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside. on ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. [it]. θρόνον (thronon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2362.htm">Strong's 2362: </a> From thrao; a stately seat; by implication, power or a potentate. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/revelation/4-2.htm">Revelation 4:2 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/revelation/4-2.htm">NT Prophecy: Revelation 4:2 Immediately I was in the Spirit (Rev. 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