What happensPermalink
God holds a sealed scroll that no one in heaven or earth is worthy to open. John weeps—until an elder announces the triumphant Lion of Judah. But John sees instead a Lamb standing as though slain, bearing seven horns and seven eyes. The Lamb takes the scroll, and heaven erupts: the living creatures and elders fall in worship, singing a new song. Countless angels and every creature in heaven, on earth, and under the earth join in praise of the Lamb.
Why it mattersPermalink
Jesus is revealed as both the conquering Lion promised in Scripture and the sacrificial Lamb who ransomed a people for God. His death is His victory; His worthiness is the basis of the unfolding of God’s purposes in history. The Lamb’s seven horns and seven eyes symbolize perfect power and perfect knowledge. All creation responds with worship, acclaiming His eternal dominion.
Key versePermalink
And they sang a new song, saying, “Worthy are you to take the scroll and to open its seals, for you were slain, and by your blood you ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation.”