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And they were told to rest a little longer until the full number of their brothers and sisters—their fellow servants of Jesus who were to be martyred—had joined them. <a href="/esv/revelation/6.htm">English Standard Version</a> Then they were each given a white robe and told to rest a little longer, until the number of their fellow servants and their brothers should be complete, who were to be killed as they themselves had been. <a href="/bsb/revelation/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Then each of them was given a white robe and told to rest a little while longer until the full number of their fellow servants, their brothers, were killed, just as they had been killed. <a href="/blb/revelation/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And to each of them were given white robes, and it was said to them that they shall rest yet a little time, until their fellow servants would also be complete, and their brothers, those being about to be killed as they also had been. <a href="/kjv/revelation/6.htm">King James Bible</a> And white robes were given unto every one of them; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellowservants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled. <a href="/nkjv/revelation/6.htm">New King James Version</a> Then a white robe was given to each of them; and it was said to them that they should rest a little while longer, until both the number of their fellow servants and their brethren, who would be killed as they were, was completed. <a href="/nasb_/revelation/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> And a white robe was given to each of them; and they were told that they were to rest for a little while longer, until the number of their fellow servants and their brothers and sisters who were to be killed even as they had been, was completed also. <a href="/nasb/revelation/6.htm">NASB 1995</a> And there was given to each of them a white robe; and they were told that they should rest for a little while longer, until the number of their fellow servants and their brethren who were to be killed even as they had been, would be completed also. <a href="/nasb77/revelation/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And there was given to each of them a white robe; and they were told that they should rest for a little while longer, until the number of their fellow servants and their brethren who were to be killed even as they had been, should be completed also. <a href="/lsb/revelation/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And a white robe was given to each of them; and it was told to them that they should rest for a little while longer, until the number of their fellow slaves and their brothers who were to be killed even as they had been, would be completed also. <a href="/amp/revelation/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then they were each given a white robe; and they were told to rest and wait quietly for a little while longer, until the number of their fellow servants and their brothers and sisters who were to be killed even as they had been, would be completed. <a href="/csb/revelation/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> So they were each given a white robe, and they were told to rest a little while longer until the number would be completed of their fellow servants and their brothers and sisters, who were going to be killed just as they had been. <a href="/hcsb/revelation/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> So a white robe was given to each of them, and they were told to rest a little while longer until the number would be completed of their fellow slaves and their brothers, who were going to be killed just as they had been. <a href="/asv/revelation/6.htm">American Standard Version</a> And there was given them to each one a white robe; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little time, until their fellow-servants also and their brethren, who should be killed even as they were, should have fulfilled their course. <a href="/cev/revelation/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Then each of those who had been killed was given a white robe and told to rest for a little while. They had to wait until the complete number of the Lord's other servants and followers would be killed. <a href="/erv/revelation/6.htm">English Revised Version</a> And there was given them to each one a white robe; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little time, until their fellow-servants also and their brethren, which should be killed even as they were, should be fulfilled. <a href="/gwt/revelation/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Each of the souls was given a white robe. They were told to rest a little longer until all their coworkers, the other Christians, would be killed as they had been killed. <a href="/gnt/revelation/6.htm">Good News Translation</a> Each of them was given a white robe, and they were told to rest a little while longer, until the complete number of other servants and believers were killed, as they had been. <a href="/isv/revelation/6.htm">International Standard Version</a> Each of them was given a white robe. They were told to rest a little longer until the number of their fellow servants and their brothers was completed, who would be killed as they themselves had been. <a href="/msb/revelation/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Then each of them was given a white robe and told to rest a little while longer until the full number of their fellow servants, their brothers, were killed, just as they had been killed. <a href="/net/revelation/6.htm">NET Bible</a> Each of them was given a long white robe and they were told to rest for a little longer, until the full number was reached of both their fellow servants and their brothers who were going to be killed just as they had been. <a href="/nheb/revelation/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> A long white robe was given to each of them. They were told that they should rest yet for a little longer, until their fellow servants and their brothers, who would also be killed even as they were, should complete their course. <a href="/wbt/revelation/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And white robes were given to every one of them; and it was said to them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellow-servants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled. <a href="/wey/revelation/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And there was given to each of them a long white robe, and they were bidden to wait patiently for a short time longer, until the full number of their fellow bondservants should also complete--namely of their brethren who were soon to be killed just as they had been. <a href="/web/revelation/6.htm">World English Bible</a> A long white robe was given to each of them. They were told that they should rest yet for a while, until their fellow servants and their brothers, who would also be killed even as they were, should complete their course. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/revelation/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And there was given to each one a white robe, and it was said to them that they may rest themselves yet a short time, until may also be fulfilled their fellow-servants and their brothers, who are about to be killed—even as they. <a href="/blb/revelation/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And to each of them were given white robes, and it was said to them that they shall rest yet a little time, until their fellow servants would also be complete, and their brothers, those being about to be killed as they also had been. <a href="/ylt/revelation/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and there was given to each one white robes, and it was said to them that they may rest themselves yet a little time, till may be fulfilled also their fellow-servants and their brethren, who are about to be killed -- even as they. <a href="/slt/revelation/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And to each were given white robes; and it was said to them, that they should rest for a little time, till also their fellowservants be filled up, about to be killed, as also they.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/revelation/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And white robes were given to every one of them one; and it was said to them, that they should rest for a little time, till their fellow servants, and their brethren, who are to be slain, even as they, should be filled up. <a href="/cpdv/revelation/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And white robes were given to each of them. And they were told that they should rest for a brief time, until their fellow servants and their brothers, who were to be slain even as they were slain, would be completed. <a href="/nabre/revelation/6.htm">New American Bible</a> Each of them was given a white robe, and they were told to be patient a little while longer until the number was filled of their fellow servants and brothers who were going to be killed as they had been. <a href="/nrsvce/revelation/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> They were each given a white robe and told to rest a little longer, until the number would be complete both of their fellow servants and of their brothers and sisters, who were soon to be killed as they themselves had been killed.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/revelation/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And a white robe was given to every one of them; and it was said to them, that they should rest yet for a little while, until the time should be fulfilled when their fellowservants and their brethren should be killed also as they had been. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/6.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And to each and every one of them was given a white robe, and it was said that they should rest for a little season of time until their companions and their brothers were also perfected, who were going to be killed, even as they had been.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/revelation/6.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And a white robe was given to each of them: and it was said to them, that they should yet rest for a time, till the number of their fellow-servants, and of their brethren, who should be killed as they had been, should be completed.<CM> <a href="/godbey/revelation/6.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And a white robe was given to each of them; and it was said to them, that they should wait a little while, until their fellow-servants and brethren, who are about to be slain as they were should be fulfilled. <a href="/haweis/revelation/6.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And to each of them were given white robes, and it was told them that they should wait yet a little longer space, until the number of their fellow-servants and their brethren, who should be slain as well as they, should be completed.<CM> <a href="/mace/revelation/6.htm">Mace New Testament</a> and white robes were given to every one of them, and it was said unto them, that they should have patience yet for a little while, till the number of their fellow-servants, and their brethren, that should be killed, as they were, should be complete. <a href="/wey/revelation/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And there was given to each of them a long white robe, and they were bidden to wait patiently for a short time longer, until the full number of their fellow bondservants should also complete--namely of their brethren who were soon to be killed just as they had been. <a href="/worrell/revelation/6.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And a white robe was given to each one of them; and it was said to them, that they should rest yet a little time, until their fellow-servants and their brethren, who were about to be slain, as they also had been, should fulfill their course. <a href="/worsley/revelation/6.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And white robes were given to each of them, and it was told them to rest a little while longer, till the number of their fellow-servants, and their brethren that should be killed as they were, should be complete. <a href="/parallel/revelation/6-11.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=1318" 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/6.htm">The Fifth Seal: The Martyrs</a> …10And they cried out in a loud voice, “How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You avenge our blood and judge those who dwell upon the earth?” 11<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">Then</a> <a href="/greek/1538.htm" title="1538: hekastō (Adj-DMS) -- Each (of more than two), every one. As if a superlative of hekas; each or every.">each</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">of them</a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: edothē (V-AIP-3S) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">was given</a> <a href="/greek/3022.htm" title="3022: leukē (Adj-NFS) -- White, bright, brilliant. From luke; white.">a white</a> <a href="/greek/4749.htm" title="4749: stolē (N-NFS) -- A long robe, worn by the upper classes in the East. From stello; equipment, i.e., a stole or long-fitting gown.">robe</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2046.htm" title="2046: errethē (V-AIP-3S) -- Probably a fuller form of rheo; an alternate for epo in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. Speak or say.">told</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">to</a> <a href="/greek/373.htm" title="373: anapausontai (V-FIM-3P) -- From ana and pauo; to repose (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh.">rest</a> <a href="/greek/3398.htm" title="3398: mikron (Adj-AMS) -- Little, small. Including the comparative mikroteros apparently a primary word; small (figuratively) dignity).">a little</a> <a href="/greek/5550.htm" title="5550: chronon (N-AMS) -- A space of time or interval; by extension, an individual opportunity; by implication, delay.">while</a> <a href="/greek/2089.htm" title="2089: eti (Adv) -- (a) of time: still, yet, even now, (b) of degree: even, further, more, in addition. Perhaps akin to etos; yet, still.">longer,</a> <a href="/greek/2193.htm" title="2193: heōs (Conj) -- A conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until.">until</a> <a href="/greek/4137.htm" title="4137: plērōthōsin (V-ASP-3P) -- From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc.">the full number</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">of their</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4889.htm" title="4889: syndouloi (N-NMP) -- From sun and doulos; a co-slave, i.e. Servitor or ministrant of the same master.">fellow servants,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">their</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/80.htm" title="80: adelphoi (N-NMP) -- A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote.">brothers,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3195.htm" title="3195: mellontes (V-PPA-NMP) -- A strengthened form of melo; to intend, i.e. Be about to be, do, or suffer something.">were</a> <a href="/greek/615.htm" title="615: apoktennesthai (V-PNM/P) -- To put to death, kill; fig: I abolish. From apo and kteino; to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy.">killed,</a> <a href="/greek/5613.htm" title="5613: hōs (Adv) -- Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner.">just as</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autoi (PPro-NM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">they</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">had been killed.</a> 12And when I saw the Lamb open the sixth seal, there was a great earthquake, and the sun became black like sackcloth of goat hair, and the whole moon turned blood red,…<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/7-9.htm">Revelation 7:9-14</a> After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands. / And they cried out in a loud voice: “Salvation to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!” / And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. And they fell facedown before the throne and worshiped God, ... <a href="/revelation/14-13.htm">Revelation 14:13</a> And I heard a voice from heaven telling me to write, “Blessed are the dead—those who die in the Lord from this moment on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labors, for their deeds will follow them.” <a href="/revelation/19-8.htm">Revelation 19:8</a> She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints. <a href="/revelation/3-4.htm">Revelation 3:4-5</a> But you do have a few people in Sardis who have not soiled their garments, and because they are worthy, they will walk with Me in white. / Like them, he who overcomes will be dressed in white. And I will never blot out his name from the Book of Life, but I will confess his name before My Father and His angels. <a href="/revelation/20-4.htm">Revelation 20:4</a> Then I saw the thrones, and those seated on them had been given authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image and had not received its mark on their foreheads or hands. And they came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years. <a href="/matthew/24-9.htm">Matthew 24:9-14</a> Then they will deliver you over to be persecuted and killed, and you will be hated by all nations because of My name. / At that time many will fall away and will betray and hate one another, / and many false prophets will arise and deceive many. ... <a href="/hebrews/11-39.htm">Hebrews 11:39-40</a> These were all commended for their faith, yet they did not receive what was promised. / God had planned something better for us, so that together with us they would be made perfect. <a href="/2_timothy/4-8.htm">2 Timothy 4:8</a> From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing. <a href="/romans/8-17.htm">Romans 8:17-18</a> And if we are children, then we are heirs: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him. / I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us. <a href="/1_peter/5-10.htm">1 Peter 5:10</a> And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you. <a href="/daniel/12-1.htm">Daniel 12:1</a> “At that time Michael, the great prince who stands watch over your people, will rise up. There will be a time of distress, the likes of which will not have occurred from the beginning of nations until that time. But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered. <a href="/isaiah/26-20.htm">Isaiah 26:20-21</a> Go, my people, enter your rooms and shut your doors behind you. Hide yourselves a little while until the wrath has passed. / For behold, the LORD is coming out of His dwelling to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity. The earth will reveal her bloodshed and will no longer conceal her slain. <a href="/zechariah/1-12.htm">Zechariah 1:12</a> Then the angel of the LORD said, “How long, O LORD of Hosts, will You withhold mercy from Jerusalem and the cities of Judah, with which You have been angry these seventy years?” <a href="/isaiah/57-1.htm">Isaiah 57:1-2</a> The righteous perish, and no one takes it to heart; devout men are taken away, while no one considers that the righteous are taken away from the presence of evil. / Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest, lying down in death. <a href="/psalms/79-10.htm">Psalm 79:10-11</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. / May the groans of the captives reach You; by the strength of Your arm preserve those condemned to death.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And white robes were given to every one of them; and it was said to them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellow servants also and their brothers, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled.white.<a href="/revelation/3-4.htm">Revelation 3:4,5</a> Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy… <a href="/revelation/7-9.htm">Revelation 7:9,14</a> After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands; … that they.<a href="/revelation/14-13.htm">Revelation 14:13</a> And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.<a href="/isaiah/26-20.htm">Isaiah 26:20,21</a> Come, my people, enter thou into thy chambers, and shut thy doors about thee: hide thyself as it were for a little moment, until the indignation be overpast… <a href="/daniel/12-13.htm">Daniel 12:13</a> But go thou thy way till the end be: for thou shalt rest, and stand in thy lot at the end of the days.until.<a href="/revelation/7-14.htm">Revelation 7:14</a> And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.<a href="/revelation/13-15.htm">Revelation 13:15</a> And he had power to give life unto the image of the beast, that the image of the beast should both speak, and cause that as many as would not worship the image of the beast should be killed.<a href="/revelation/17-6.htm">Revelation 17:6</a> And I saw the woman drunken with the blood of the saints, and with the blood of the martyrs of Jesus: and when I saw her, I wondered with great admiration.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/12-50.htm">Bidden</a> <a href="/2_john/1-12.htm">Complete</a> <a href="/revelation/3-2.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-3.htm">Course</a> <a href="/revelation/1-9.htm">Fellow</a> <a href="/matthew/24-49.htm">Fellowservants</a> <a href="/revelation/6-9.htm">Killed</a> <a href="/revelation/3-8.htm">Little</a> <a href="/hebrews/13-15.htm">Namely</a> <a href="/revelation/3-10.htm">Patiently</a> <a href="/revelation/4-8.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/revelation/1-13.htm">Robe</a> <a href="/revelation/4-4.htm">Robes</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-6.htm">Season</a> <a href="/revelation/2-20.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/3_john/1-14.htm">Short</a> <a href="/revelation/3-11.htm">Soon</a> <a href="/revelation/3-9.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/revelation/2-21.htm">Time</a> <a href="/jude/1-21.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/revelation/6-2.htm">White</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/23-20.htm">Bidden</a> <a href="/revelation/10-7.htm">Complete</a> <a href="/revelation/10-7.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/genesis/4-3.htm">Course</a> <a href="/revelation/19-10.htm">Fellow</a> <a href="/matthew/18-28.htm">Fellowservants</a> <a href="/revelation/9-18.htm">Killed</a> <a href="/revelation/10-2.htm">Little</a> <a href="/revelation/20-12.htm">Namely</a> <a href="/psalms/37-7.htm">Patiently</a> <a href="/revelation/9-20.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/revelation/19-13.htm">Robe</a> <a href="/revelation/7-9.htm">Robes</a> <a href="/genesis/17-21.htm">Season</a> <a href="/revelation/7-3.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/revelation/12-12.htm">Short</a> <a href="/revelation/10-10.htm">Soon</a> <a href="/revelation/6-15.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/revelation/9-6.htm">Time</a> <a href="/genesis/34-19.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/revelation/7-9.htm">White</a><div class="vheading2">Revelation 6</div>1. <a href="/revelation/6-1.htm">The First Seal: Rider on White Horse</a> 3. <a href="/revelation/6-3.htm">The Second Seal: War</a> 5. <a href="/revelation/6-5.htm">The Third Seal: Famine</a> 7. <a href="/revelation/6-7.htm">The Fourth Seal: Death</a> 9. <a href="/revelation/6-9.htm">The Fifth Seal: Martyrs</a> 12. <a href="/revelation/6-12.htm">The Sixth Seal: Terror</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/6.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/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Then each of them was given a white robe The white robe symbolizes purity and victory, often associated with the righteousness of the saints. In biblical context, white garments are frequently mentioned as a sign of holiness and divine approval (<a href="/revelation/3-5.htm">Revelation 3:5, 7</a>:9). The giving of the robe indicates that these souls have been justified and are honored in the presence of God. This imagery connects to the transfiguration of Jesus, where His garments became dazzling white (<a href="/mark/9-3.htm">Mark 9:3</a>), symbolizing His divine nature and glory.and told to rest a little while longer This phrase suggests a period of waiting and patience. The souls under the altar are martyrs who have been slain for their testimony and faithfulness to God. The call to rest implies that their work on earth is complete, and they are to await God's timing for the fulfillment of His plans. This echoes the biblical theme of God's perfect timing and the call for believers to trust in His sovereignty (<a href="/psalms/37-7.htm">Psalm 37:7</a>, <a href="/hebrews/4-9.htm">Hebrews 4:9-11</a>).until the full number of their fellow servants, their brothers, The "full number" indicates a predetermined plan and purpose in God's divine will. It suggests that God has a specific number of martyrs in mind, reflecting His omniscience and the unfolding of His redemptive plan. The mention of "fellow servants" and "brothers" emphasizes the unity and shared mission among believers, highlighting the communal aspect of the Christian faith (<a href="/philippians/1-29.htm">Philippians 1:29-30</a>).were killed, just as they had been killed. This phrase underscores the reality of persecution and martyrdom in the Christian experience. It reflects the historical context of the early church, where believers faced severe persecution for their faith (<a href="/acts/7-54.htm">Acts 7:54-60</a>, <a href="/2_timothy/3-12.htm">2 Timothy 3:12</a>). The repetition of martyrdom serves as a reminder of the cost of discipleship and the call to remain faithful unto death (<a href="/revelation/2-10.htm">Revelation 2:10</a>). It also points to the ultimate victory and vindication that awaits those who suffer for Christ's sake, as seen in the resurrection and exaltation of Jesus Himself (<a href="/philippians/2-8.htm">Philippians 2:8-11</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/m/martyrs.htm">Martyrs</a> These are the souls of those who have been slain for their testimony and faith in Christ. They are depicted as being under the altar, symbolizing their sacrifice and devotion. 2. <a href="/topical/w/white_robe.htm">White Robe</a> This symbolizes purity, victory, and the righteousness of the saints. It is a reward and a sign of honor given to the martyrs. 3. <a href="/topical/a/altar.htm">Altar</a> In the context of Revelation, the altar represents a place of sacrifice and worship. The imagery of the martyrs under the altar suggests their lives were offered as a sacrifice to God. 4. <a href="/topical/f/fellow_servants_and_brothers.htm">Fellow Servants and Brothers</a> This refers to other believers who will also face persecution and martyrdom. It emphasizes the communal aspect of suffering for the faith. 5. <a href="/topical/r/rest.htm">Rest</a> The martyrs are told to rest, indicating a period of waiting and divine timing before God's plan is fully realized.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_honor_of_martyrdom.htm">The Honor of Martyrdom</a> The white robe signifies the honor and reward given to those who have remained faithful unto death. Believers today can be encouraged to stand firm in their faith, knowing that God honors their sacrifices. <a href="/topical/d/divine_timing_and_patience.htm">Divine Timing and Patience</a> The call to "rest a little while longer" teaches us about God's perfect timing. We are reminded to trust in His plan, even when it involves waiting and enduring hardship. <a href="/topical/c/communal_suffering_and_support.htm">Communal Suffering and Support</a> The mention of "fellow servants and brothers" highlights the importance of community among believers. We are called to support one another, especially in times of persecution and trial. <a href="/topical/v/victory_through_perseverance.htm">Victory Through Perseverance</a> The white robe is a symbol of victory. Believers are encouraged to persevere in their faith, knowing that ultimate victory is assured in Christ. <a href="/topical/h/hope_in_the_midst_of_suffering.htm">Hope in the Midst of Suffering</a> The promise of rest and reward provides hope for those enduring suffering. It reminds us that our present trials are temporary and that eternal rest awaits.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_revelation_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Revelation 6</a> <a href="/q/what_does_it_mean_to_embody_love.htm">What do white garments symbolize in Revelation?</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/what_do_white_garments_mean_in_revelation.htm">What do white garments symbolize in Revelation?</a> <a href="/q/do_rev_4_4_elders_align_with_other_leaders.htm">How do the twenty-four elders from Revelation 4:4 align with or contradict other biblical notions of heavenly beings or leadership?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/revelation/6.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(11) And white robes were given . . .--The victims, however, are not forgotten. There was given to them (each) a white robe. The white robes, the glistening apparel of the saints (comp. <a href="/context/revelation/3-4.htm" title="You have a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy.">Revelation 3:4-5</a>), shall be theirs; each shall receive it. They are robes of righteousness (<a href="/revelation/19-8.htm" title="And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints.">Revelation 19:8</a>); they are robes of honour (<a href="/revelation/4-4.htm" title="And round about the throne were four and twenty seats: and on the seats I saw four and twenty elders sitting, clothed in white raiment; and they had on their heads crowns of gold.">Revelation 4:4</a>), for those who wear them are like God, seeing Him as He is, reflecting His image; they are acknowledged to be His, as they have acknowledged Him to be their God. Persecuted on earth, they are honoured in heaven. There is also a sense in which a white robe is given to them in the eyes of men: those whose names have been cast out as evil have been honoured by a repentant posterity with the robe of tardy praise; after-generations garnish the sepulchres of the righteous whom their fathers slew. The excommunicated in one age are often the canonised of the next, for the dull world learns slowly, and its purest honours are posthumous. But however this may be, for the suffering saints there is the heavenly robe and the heavenly rest.It was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellow- servants also and their brethren, that should be killed (better, who are to be slain) as they were, should be fulfilled (or, shall have fulfilled their course).--They are to "rest." This does not mean that they are to cease their cry for vengeance, for the saints have never cried for this; but they are to rest, as the souls of the faithful after they are delivered from the burden of the flesh, in joy and felicity. But this rest is yet a waiting for a little while till fellow-servants and fellow-sufferers have achieved their work also. To every disciple a work is given in service and suffering, and till these have borne their witness and fulfilled their course (comp. <a href="/context/2_timothy/4-7.htm" title="I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:">2Timothy 4:7-8</a>, and <a href="/acts/13-25.htm" title="And as John fulfilled his course, he said, Whom think you that I am? I am not he. But, behold, there comes one after me, whose shoes of his feet I am not worthy to loose.">Acts 13:25</a>) the departed must wait for their perfect consummation and bliss both in body and soul. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/revelation/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 11. - And white robes were given unto every one of them; and there was given to each one a white robe. Στολὴ λευκή, "a white robe," is supported by A, C, [P], N, B, etc. The white robe of righteousness, the wedding garment of <a href="/matthew/22-11.htm">Matthew 22:11, 12</a>, is the sign of the blessedness of the saints. White is the colour of heavenly victory in the Apocalypse (see on ver. 2). The vision has recalled the past sufferings of the martyrs and their present expectation of the final consummation of their hopes, which is to be not yet. The other side is now to be shown; though they have not yet reached their final bliss, they have received the white robe, they are free from possibility of defilement, the victory is won, and they have rest. Comfort and encouragement are thus afforded to those still struggling in the world, who have not as yet attained to the white robe of perfect righteousness. And it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season. <a href="/revelation/14.htm">Revelation 14</a>. seems to determine the exact signification ἀναπάυσωνται, viz. "rest in peace," "rest from their labours," rather than specifically "cease from uttering this cry" (ver. 10), as explained by De Wette and others. For a little time (χρόνος); that is, till the second coming of Christ, for the time which is to intervene before that event is frequently spoken of as a little time (see on Revelation 1:1; 20:3; 12:12; comp. <a href="/haggai/2-6.htm">Haggai 2:6, 7</a>, "Yet once a little time, and I will shake the heavens, and the earth, the sea and the dry land, and all nations, and the Desire of all nations shall come"). The time of the world is little in comparison with eternity. This little time is depicted and set forth under the six seals; it comes to an end at <a href="/revelation/7-17.htm">Revelation 7:17</a>, and merges into eternity in <a href="/revelation/8-1.htm">Revelation 8:1</a>. Some expositors (of the historical school) understand a χρόνος to be a definite, arbitrary number; e.g. Bengel considers it to be 1111 1/9 years (see 'Speaker's Commentary,' p. 485). Until their fellow servants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled. R, B, P, read πληρώσωσιν, "shall have fulfilled" [i.e. their course]; A, C, read πληρωθῶσιν, "should be completed." "Their fellow servants also and their brethren" may not denote two separate bodies, notwithstanding that καί occurs twice, but, as Alford remarks, it may point out the same persons viewed in two aspects - first, the Christians needed to proceed with and finish Christ's work as his servants; second, the same ones needed to complete the number of his family. But it seems more likely that reference is intended to two classes of Christians - first, their fellow servants, that is, all Christians, who may, however, not suffer martyrdom; and, second, their brethren, the martyrs, who, like them, should yet be killed. <a href="/commentaries/revelation/6-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Then Καὶ (Kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. each ἑκάστῳ (hekastō) Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1538.htm">Strong's 1538: </a> Each (of more than two), every one. As if a superlative of hekas; each or every. of them αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. was given ἐδόθη (edothē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give. a white λευκή (leukē) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3022.htm">Strong's 3022: </a> White, bright, brilliant. From luke; white. robe στολὴ (stolē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4749.htm">Strong's 4749: </a> A long robe, worn by the upper classes in the East. From stello; equipment, i.e., a 'stole' or long-fitting gown. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. told ἐρρέθη (errethē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2046.htm">Strong's 2046: </a> Probably a fuller form of rheo; an alternate for epo in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. Speak or say. to ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. rest ἀναπαύσονται (anapausontai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_373.htm">Strong's 373: </a> From ana and pauo; to repose (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh. a little μικρόν (mikron) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3398.htm">Strong's 3398: </a> Little, small. Including the comparative mikroteros apparently a primary word; small (figuratively) dignity). while χρόνον (chronon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5550.htm">Strong's 5550: </a> A space of time or interval; by extension, an individual opportunity; by implication, delay. longer, ἔτι (eti) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_2089.htm">Strong's 2089: </a> (a) of time: still, yet, even now, (b) of degree: even, further, more, in addition. Perhaps akin to etos; 'yet, ' still. until ἕως (heōs) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2193.htm">Strong's 2193: </a> A conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until. the full number πληρωθῶσιν (plērōthōsin) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4137.htm">Strong's 4137: </a> From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc. of their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. fellow servants, σύνδουλοι (syndouloi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4889.htm">Strong's 4889: </a> From sun and doulos; a co-slave, i.e. Servitor or ministrant of the same master. their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. brothers, ἀδελφοὶ (adelphoi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_80.htm">Strong's 80: </a> A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote. were μέλλοντες (mellontes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3195.htm">Strong's 3195: </a> A strengthened form of melo; to intend, i.e. Be about to be, do, or suffer something. killed, ἀποκτέννεσθαι (apoktennesthai) Verb - Present Infinitive Middle or Passive <a href="/greek/strongs_615.htm">Strong's 615: </a> To put to death, kill; fig: I abolish. From apo and kteino; to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy. just as ὡς (hōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_5613.htm">Strong's 5613: </a> Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner. they αὐτοί (autoi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. [had been killed]. καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/revelation/6-11.htm">Revelation 6:11 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/revelation/6-11.htm">NT Prophecy: Revelation 6:11 A long white robe was given (Rev. 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