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altar reply: “Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and just are Your judgments.” <a href="/blb/revelation/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And I heard the altar saying: "Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are Your judgments." <a href="/kjv/revelation/16.htm">King James Bible</a> And I heard another out of the altar say, Even so, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgments. <a href="/nkjv/revelation/16.htm">New King James Version</a> And I heard another from the altar saying, “Even so, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are Your judgments.” <a href="/nasb_/revelation/16.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And I heard the altar saying, “Yes, Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are Your judgments.” <a href="/nasb/revelation/16.htm">NASB 1995</a> And I heard the altar saying, &#8220Yes, O Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are Your judgments.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/revelation/16.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And I heard the altar saying, “Yes, O Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are Thy judgments.” <a href="/lsb/revelation/16.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And I heard the altar saying, “Yes, O Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are Your judgments.” <a href="/amp/revelation/16.htm">Amplified Bible</a> And I heard [another from] the altar saying, “Yes, O Lord God, the Almighty [the Omnipotent, the Ruler of all], Your judgments are true and fair and righteous.” <a href="/csb/revelation/16.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> I heard the altar say, Yes, Lord God, the Almighty, true and just are your judgments. <a href="/hcsb/revelation/16.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Then I heard someone from the altar say: Yes, Lord God, the Almighty, TRUE and righteous are Your judgments. <a href="/asv/revelation/16.htm">American Standard Version</a> And I heard the altar saying, Yea, O Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgments. <a href="/cev/revelation/16.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> After this, I heard the altar shout, "Yes, Lord God All-Powerful, your judgments are honest and fair." <a href="/erv/revelation/16.htm">English Revised Version</a> And I heard the altar saying, Yea, O Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgments. <a href="/gwt/revelation/16.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Then I heard the altar answer, "Yes, Lord God Almighty, your judgments are true and fair." <a href="/gnt/revelation/16.htm">Good News Translation</a> Then I heard a voice from the altar saying, "Lord God Almighty! True and just indeed are your judgments!" <a href="/isv/revelation/16.htm">International Standard Version</a> Then I heard the altar reply, "Yes, Lord God Almighty, your judgments are true and just." <a href="/net/revelation/16.htm">NET Bible</a> Then I heard the altar reply, "Yes, Lord God, the All-Powerful, your judgments are true and just!" <a href="/nheb/revelation/16.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> I heard the altar saying, "Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are your judgments." <a href="/wbt/revelation/16.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And I heard another from the altar say, Even so, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgments. <a href="/wey/revelation/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And I heard a voice from the altar say, "Even so, O Lord God, the Ruler of all, true and righteous are Thy judgments."<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/revelation/16.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> And I heard the altar reply: “Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and just are Your judgments.” <a href="/web/revelation/16.htm">World English Bible</a> I heard the altar saying, “Yes, Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are your judgments.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/revelation/16.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and I heard another out of the altar, saying, “Yes, LORD God, the Almighty, true and righteous [are] Your judgments.” <a href="/blb/revelation/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And I heard the altar saying: "Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are Your judgments." <a href="/ylt/revelation/16.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and I heard another out of the altar, saying, 'Yes, Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are Thy judgments.' <a href="/slt/revelation/16.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And I heard another from the altar saying, Yes, O Lord God, the Omnipotent Ruler, true and just thy judgments.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/revelation/16.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And I heard another, from the altar, saying: Yea, O Lord God Almighty, true and just are thy judgments. <a href="/cpdv/revelation/16.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And from the altar, I heard another one, saying, “Even now, O Lord God Almighty, your judgments are true and just.” <a href="/nabre/revelation/16.htm">New American Bible</a> Then I heard the altar cry out, “Yes, Lord God almighty, your judgments are true and just.” <a href="/nrsvce/revelation/16.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> And I heard the altar respond, “Yes, O Lord God, the Almighty, your judgments are true and just!”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/revelation/16.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And I heard another out of the altar say, Yes, O LORD God Almighty, true and righteous are your judgments. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/16.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And I heard the altar saying: “Yes, LORD JEHOVAH God Almighty, true and righteous are your judgments.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/revelation/16.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And I heard a voice from the altar saying: Even so; Lord God Almighty, true and just are thy judgments.<CM> <a href="/godbey/revelation/16.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And I heard one speaking from the altar, Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgments. <a href="/haweis/revelation/16.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And I heard another angel from the altar saying, Yea, Lord God Almighty, true and just are thy judgments.<CM> <a href="/mace/revelation/16.htm">Mace New Testament</a> and I heard another from the altar say, "oh! Lord God almighty, true and just are thy judgments." <a href="/wey/revelation/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And I heard a voice from the altar say, "Even so, O Lord God, the Ruler of all, true and righteous are Thy judgments." <a href="/worrell/revelation/16.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And I heard another out of the altar, saying, "Yea, O Lord God, the Almighty, true and righteous are Thy judgments." <a href="/worsley/revelation/16.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And I heard another from the altar, saying, Yea, O Lord God almighty, true and just are thy judgements. <a href="/parallel/revelation/16-7.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=3204" 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/16.htm">The First Six Bowls of Wrath</a> …6For they have spilled the blood of saints and prophets, and You have given them blood to drink, as they deserve.” 7<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">And</a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: ēkousa (V-AIA-1S) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">I heard</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2379.htm" title="2379: thysiastēriou (N-GNS) -- An altar (for sacrifice). From a derivative of thusia; a place of sacrifice, i.e. An altar.">altar</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legontos (V-PPA-GNS) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">reply:</a> <a href="/greek/3483.htm" title="3483: Nai (Prtcl) -- Yes, certainly, even so. A primary particle of strong affirmation; yes.">“Yes,</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyrie (N-VMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">Lord</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-VMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theos (N-NMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-VMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3841.htm" title="3841: Pantokratōr (N-VMS) -- Ruler of all, ruler of the universe, the almighty. From pas and kratos; the all-ruling, i.e. God.">Almighty,</a> <a href="/greek/228.htm" title="228: alēthinai (Adj-NFP) -- True (lit: made of truth), real, genuine. From alethes; truthful.">TRUE</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1342.htm" title="1342: dikaiai (Adj-NFP) -- From dike; equitable; by implication, innocent, holy.">just are</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: sou (PPro-G2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">Your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hai (Art-NFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2920.htm" title="2920: kriseis (N-NFP) -- Decision; by extension, a tribunal; by implication, justice.">judgments.”</a> 8Then the fourth angel poured out his bowl on the sun, and it was given power to scorch the people with fire.…<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="/revelation/6-10.htm">Revelation 6:10</a> And they cried out in a loud voice, “How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You judge those who dwell upon the earth and avenge our blood?” <a href="/revelation/19-2.htm">Revelation 19:2</a> For His judgments are true and just. He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality. He has avenged the blood of His servants that was poured out by her hand.” <a href="/revelation/15-3.htm">Revelation 15:3-4</a> and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations! / Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.” <a href="/revelation/11-17.htm">Revelation 11:17-18</a> saying: “We give thanks to You, O Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was, because You have taken Your great power and have begun to reign. / The nations were enraged, and Your wrath has come. The time has come to judge the dead and to reward Your servants the prophets, as well as the saints and those who fear Your name, both small and great—and to destroy those who destroy the earth.” <a href="/revelation/18-20.htm">Revelation 18:20</a> Rejoice over her, O heaven, and you saints and apostles and prophets, because God has pronounced for you His judgment against her. <a href="/revelation/14-7.htm">Revelation 14:7</a> And he said in a loud voice, “Fear God and give Him glory, because the hour of His judgment has come. Worship the One who made the heavens and the earth and the sea and the springs of waters.” <a href="/revelation/19-1.htm">Revelation 19:1</a> After this I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude in heaven, shouting: “Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God! <a href="/revelation/19-5.htm">Revelation 19:5</a> Then a voice came from the throne, saying: “Praise our God, all you who serve Him, and those who fear Him, small and great alike!” <a href="/revelation/19-6.htm">Revelation 19:6</a> And I heard a sound like the roar of a great multitude, like the rushing of many waters, and like a mighty rumbling of thunder, crying out: “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. <a href="/revelation/19-11.htm">Revelation 19:11</a> Then I saw heaven standing open, and there before me was a white horse. And its rider is called Faithful and True. With righteousness He judges and wages war. <a href="/deuteronomy/32-43.htm">Deuteronomy 32:43</a> Rejoice, O heavens, with Him, and let all God’s angels worship Him. Rejoice, O nations, with His people; for He will avenge the blood of His children. He will take vengeance on His adversaries and repay those who hate Him; He will cleanse His land and His people. <a href="/psalms/79-10.htm">Psalm 79:10</a> Why should the nations ask, “Where is their God?” Before our eyes, make known among the nations Your vengeance for the bloodshed of Your servants. <a href="/psalms/119-137.htm">Psalm 119:137</a> Righteous are You, O LORD, and upright are Your judgments. <a href="/psalms/19-9.htm">Psalm 19:9</a> The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous. <a href="/psalms/145-17.htm">Psalm 145:17</a> The LORD is righteous in all His ways and kind in all His deeds.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And I heard another out of the altar say, Even so, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are your judgments.out.<a href="/revelation/6-9.htm">Revelation 6:9</a> And when he had opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of them that were slain for the word of God, and for the testimony which they held:<a href="/revelation/8-3.htm">Revelation 8:3-5</a> And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne… <a href="/revelation/14-18.htm">Revelation 14:18</a> And another angel came out from the altar, which had power over fire; and cried with a loud cry to him that had the sharp sickle, saying, Thrust in thy sharp sickle, and gather the clusters of the vine of the earth; for her grapes are fully ripe.Even.<a href="/revelation/15-3.htm">Revelation 15:3,4</a> And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvellous are thy works, Lord God Almighty; just and true are thy ways, thou King of saints… true.<a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Revelation 13:10</a> He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity: he that killeth with the sword must be killed with the sword. Here is the patience and the faith of the saints.<a href="/revelation/14-10.htm">Revelation 14:10</a> The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture into the cup of his indignation; and he shall be tormented with fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy angels, and in the presence of the Lamb:<a href="/revelation/19-2.htm">Revelation 19:2</a> For true and righteous are his judgments: for he hath judged the great whore, which did corrupt the earth with her fornication, and hath avenged the blood of his servants at her hand.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/revelation/15-3.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/revelation/14-18.htm">Altar</a> <a href="/revelation/14-18.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/revelation/15-7.htm">Full</a> <a href="/revelation/16-5.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/revelation/16-5.htm">Judging</a> <a href="/revelation/16-5.htm">Judgments</a> <a href="/colossians/4-6.htm">Respond</a> <a href="/revelation/16-5.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/revelation/15-4.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/revelation/15-3.htm">Ruler</a> <a href="/revelation/16-5.htm">True.</a> <a href="/revelation/16-5.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/revelation/16-14.htm">Almighty</a> <a href="/genesis/8-20.htm">Altar</a> <a href="/revelation/18-10.htm">Cry</a> <a href="/revelation/16-10.htm">Full</a> <a href="/revelation/18-4.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/revelation/17-1.htm">Judging</a> <a href="/revelation/19-2.htm">Judgments</a> <a href="/1_samuel/4-20.htm">Respond</a> <a href="/revelation/19-2.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/revelation/19-8.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/revelation/16-14.htm">Ruler</a> <a href="/revelation/19-2.htm">True.</a> <a href="/revelation/16-17.htm">Voice</a><div class="vheading2">Revelation 16</div>1. <a href="/revelation/16-1.htm">The angels pour out their bowls of wrath.</a> 6. <a href="/revelation/16-6.htm">The plagues that follow.</a> 16. <a href="/revelation/16-16.htm">Armageddon.</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/revelation/16.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/revelation/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/revelation/16.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>And I heard the altar reply: In the context of Revelation, the altar is often associated with the prayers of the saints (<a href="/revelation/6-9.htm">Revelation 6:9-11, 8</a>:3-5). The altar's "reply" suggests a personification, indicating the collective voice of those who have been martyred for their faith. This reflects the biblical theme of divine justice and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people. The altar's response signifies the acknowledgment of God's righteous acts in the unfolding of His divine plan.Yes, Lord God Almighty: This phrase affirms the sovereignty and omnipotence of God. The title "Lord God Almighty" is used throughout Revelation (<a href="/revelation/1-8.htm">Revelation 1:8, 4</a>:8, 11:17) to emphasize God's ultimate authority and power over creation and history. It is a declaration of faith and trust in God's ability to execute His will perfectly. The use of "Yes" indicates agreement and submission to God's will, reflecting the attitude of the faithful who recognize God's supreme authority.true and just are Your judgments: This statement underscores the righteousness and fairness of God's judgments. Throughout scripture, God's judgments are portrayed as being based on truth and justice (<a href="/psalms/19-9.htm">Psalm 19:9</a>, <a href="/deuteronomy/32-4.htm">Deuteronomy 32:4</a>). In the context of Revelation, these judgments are part of the eschatological events leading to the final establishment of God's kingdom. The phrase reassures believers that God's actions are always in accordance with His holy nature, providing comfort and assurance that evil will be addressed and righteousness will prevail. This echoes the biblical theme of divine retribution and the ultimate vindication of God's people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_altar.htm">The Altar</a> In the context of Revelation, the altar is a significant symbol often associated with the prayers of the saints and the place of sacrifice. It represents the divine response to the cries for justice from God's people. 2. <a href="/topical/l/lord_god_almighty.htm">Lord God Almighty</a> This title emphasizes God's omnipotence and sovereignty. It is a reminder of His ultimate authority over all creation and His ability to execute righteous judgment. 3. <a href="/topical/j/judgments.htm">Judgments</a> The judgments referred to in this verse are part of the series of divine judgments described in Revelation, specifically the bowl judgments, which are expressions of God's wrath against sin and rebellion.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_righteousness.htm">God's Righteousness</a> God's judgments are always true and just, reflecting His perfect nature. Believers can trust in His fairness and righteousness even when circumstances seem unjust. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prayer.htm">The Role of Prayer</a> The altar's response signifies the importance of prayer and the assurance that God hears and responds to the cries of His people. Christians are encouraged to persist in prayer, trusting in God's timing and justice. <a href="/topical/s/sovereignty_of_god.htm">Sovereignty of God</a> Acknowledge God's sovereignty in all things, including His judgments. This understanding should lead to a deeper trust and submission to His will. <a href="/topical/h/hope_in_justice.htm">Hope in Justice</a> In a world where injustice often prevails, believers can find hope in the certainty that God will ultimately set all things right. This hope should inspire perseverance and faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_revelation_16.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Revelation 16</a> <a href="/q/does_jesus_ride_a_white_horse_in_revelation.htm">Is Jesus depicted riding a white horse in Revelation?</a> <a href="/q/why_do_angels_perform_tasks_like_christ's.htm">Hebrews 1:4-5 elevates Jesus above angels; why do other biblical passages sometimes present angels performing divine tasks that seem on par with Christ's?</a> <a href="/q/does_psalm_75_10_conflict_with_literalism.htm">Psalm 75:10 mentions the cutting off of 'horns' of the wicked; does this figurative language conflict with a literal approach to interpreting biblical texts?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_biblically_guide_children.htm">What does the Bible say about the nature of hell?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/revelation/16.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(7) And I heard . . .--Translate, And I heard (not "another out of the altar," but) the altar saying, Even so, Lord God the Almighty, true and righteous are Thy judgments. The altar beneath which the souls of the martyrs cried, and on which the prayers of saints were offered, is represented as confirming the testimony to the just dealings of God.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/revelation/16.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 7. - And! heard another out of the altar say. Omit "another out of." The altar is connected (1) with the martyred saints (<a href="/revelation/6-9.htm">Revelation 6:9, 10</a>; <a href="/revelation/8-3.htm">Revelation 8:3</a>); (2) with the judgments that fall on the earth in vengeance for the blood of the saints (<a href="/revelation/8-5.htm">Revelation 8:5</a>; <a href="/revelation/9-13.htm">Revelation 9:13</a>; <a href="/revelation/14-18.htm">Revelation 14:18</a>); hence the appropriateness of this voice from the altar, which acquiesces in the judgments inflicted. The altar is here personified, and speaks concurring in the justice of those judgments sent on account of the saints who are represented by it. Some writers, however, understand "the angel of the altar," which is similar to the reading of the Authorized Version. Even so, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgments; Yea, O Lord God, the Almighty (Revised Version). Reaffirming what has been declared by the angel of the waters (ver. 5), and expressing concurrence therein. (On "true" (ἀληθιναί), see on Revelation 3:17.) Compare the expression in ver. 5. There God is declared righteous because he has thus judged; here the judgments are righteous because they. are his. Both phrases are equally true, giving the same truth from different standpoints. The same verdict is endorsed by the heavenly multitude in <a href="/revelation/19-2.htm">Revelation 19:2</a>, when they celebrate the downfall of Babylon; another proof of the identity of the world which is here the object of the vial judgments and the Babylon, which is afterwards described, and whose doom is pronounced. <a href="/commentaries/revelation/16-7.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>And Καὶ (Kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. I heard ἤκουσα (ēkousa) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. the τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. altar θυσιαστηρίου (thysiastēriou) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2379.htm">Strong's 2379: </a> An altar (for sacrifice). From a derivative of thusia; a place of sacrifice, i.e. An altar. reply: λέγοντος (legontos) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. “Yes, Ναί (Nai) Particle <a href="/greek/strongs_3483.htm">Strong's 3483: </a> Yes, certainly, even so. A primary particle of strong affirmation; yes. Lord Κύριε (Kyrie) Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. God Θεός (Theos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Almighty, Παντοκράτωρ (Pantokratōr) Noun - Vocative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3841.htm">Strong's 3841: </a> Ruler of all, ruler of the universe, the almighty. From pas and kratos; the all-ruling, i.e. God. TRUE ἀληθιναὶ (alēthinai) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_228.htm">Strong's 228: </a> True (lit: made of truth), real, genuine. From alethes; truthful. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. righteous [are] δίκαιαι (dikaiai) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1342.htm">Strong's 1342: </a> From dike; equitable; by implication, innocent, holy. Your σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. judgments.” κρίσεις (kriseis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2920.htm">Strong's 2920: </a> Decision; by extension, a tribunal; by implication, justice. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/revelation/16-7.htm">Revelation 16:7 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/revelation/16-7.htm">NT Prophecy: Revelation 16:7 I heard the altar saying Yes Lord (Rev. 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