Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When the Lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come!” New Living Translation When the Lamb broke the fourth seal, I heard the fourth living being say, “Come!” English Standard Version When he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come!” Berean Standard Bible And when the Lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come!” Berean Literal Bible And when He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come!” King James Bible And when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth beast say, Come and see. New King James Version When He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come and see.” New American Standard Bible When the Lamb broke the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come!” NASB 1995 When the Lamb broke the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come.” NASB 1977 And when He broke the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come.” Legacy Standard Bible And when He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come.” Amplified Bible When He (the Lamb) broke open the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature call out, “Come.” Berean Annotated Bible And when the Lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come! Christian Standard Bible When he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come! ” Holman Christian Standard Bible When He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come!” American Standard Version And when he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, Come. Contemporary English Version When the Lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, "Come out!" English Revised Version And when he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, Come. GOD'S WORD® Translation When the lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, "Go!" Good News Translation Then the Lamb broke open the fourth seal; and I heard the fourth living creature say, "Come!" International Standard Version When the lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, "Go!" NET Bible Then when the Lamb opened the fourth seal I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, "Come!" New Heart English Bible When he opened the fourth seal, I heard the fourth living creature saying, "Come." Webster's Bible Translation And when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living being say, Come and see. Weymouth New Testament When the Lamb broke the fourth seal I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, "Come." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd when the Lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the fourth living creature say, “Come and see!” World English Bible When he opened the fourth seal, I heard the fourth living creature saying, “Come and see!” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd when He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come and behold!” Berean Literal Bible And when He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, “Come!” Young's Literal Translation And when he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, 'Come and behold!' Smith's Literal Translation And when he opened the fourth seal, I heard a voice of the fourth living creature saying, Come and see. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature, saying: Come, and see. Catholic Public Domain Version And when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying: “Draw near and see.” New American Bible When he broke open the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature cry out, “Come forward.” New Revised Standard Version When he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature call out, “Come!” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the fourth beast saying, Come and see. Aramaic Bible in Plain English When he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of a Beast saying, “Come.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, Come and see. Godbey New Testament And when he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature saying, Come. Haweis New Testament And when he opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living being saying, Come and see. Mace New Testament When he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth animal say, "come and see." Weymouth New Testament When the Lamb broke the fourth seal I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, "Come." Worrell New Testament And, when He opened the fourth seal, I heard a voice of the fourth living creature saying, "Come." Worsley New Testament And when He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth animal saying, Come and see. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Fourth Seal: Death6And I heard what sounded like a voice from among the four living creatures, saying, “A quart of wheat for a denarius, and three quarts of barley for a denarius, and do not harm the oil and wine.” 7And when the Lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come!” 8Then I looked and saw a pale green horse. Its rider’s name was Death, and Hades followed close behind. And they were given authority over a fourth of the earth, to kill by sword, by famine, by plague, and by the beasts of the earth.… Cross References And when the Lamb opened the fourth seal Revelation 5:1-7 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. … Revelation 5:9-10 And they sang a new song: “Worthy are You to take the scroll and open its seals, because You were slain, and by Your blood You purchased for God those from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. / You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.” Daniel 12:4 But you, Daniel, shut up these words and seal the book until the time of the end. Many will roam to and fro, and knowledge will increase.” I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say Revelation 4:6-8 And before the throne was something like a sea of glass, as clear as crystal. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, covered with eyes in front and back. / The first living creature was like a lion, the second like a calf, the third had a face like a man, and the fourth was like an eagle in flight. / And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!” Ezekiel 1:24-28 When the creatures moved, I heard the sound of their wings like the roar of many waters, like the voice of the Almighty, like the tumult of an army. When they stood still, they lowered their wings. / And there came a voice from above the expanse over their heads as they stood still with their wings lowered. / 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. … Revelation 5:14 And the four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped. “Come!” Zechariah 6:1-8 And again I lifted up my eyes and saw four chariots coming out from between two mountains—mountains of bronze. / The first chariot had red horses, the second black horses, / the third white horses, and the fourth dappled horses—all of them strong. … Zechariah 1:8-11 I looked out into the night and saw a man riding on a red horse. He was standing among the myrtle trees in the hollow, and behind him were red, sorrel, and white horses. / “What are these, my lord?” I asked. And the angel who was speaking with me replied, “I will show you what they are.” / Then the man standing among the myrtle trees explained, “They are the ones the LORD has sent to patrol the earth.” … Revelation 22:17 The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” Let the one who hears say, “Come!” And let the one who is thirsty come, and the one who desires the water of life drink freely. Zechariah 6:3 the third white horses, and the fourth dappled horses—all of them strong. Zechariah 6:6 The one with the black horses is going toward the land of the north, the one with the white horses toward the west, and the one with the dappled horses toward the south.” Ezekiel 14:21 For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘How much worse will it be when I send against Jerusalem My four dire judgments—sword, famine, wild beasts, and plague—in order to cut off from it both man and beast? Matthew 24:7 Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. Matthew 24:21 For at that time there will be great tribulation, unseen from the beginning of the world until now, and never to be seen again. Jeremiah 15:3 I will appoint over them four kinds of destroyers, declares the LORD: the sword to kill, the dogs to drag away, and the birds of the air and beasts of the earth to devour and destroy. Leviticus 26:22 I will send wild animals against you to rob you of your children, destroy your livestock, and reduce your numbers, until your roads lie desolate. Treasury of Scripture And when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth beast say, Come and see. See on ver. Revelation 6:1,3,5 And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals, and I heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, Come and see… Revelation 4:7 And the first beast was like a lion, and the second beast like a calf, and the third beast had a face as a man, and the fourth beast was like a flying eagle. Jump to Previous Beast Broke Creature Ears Fourth Heard Lamb Opened Seal Stamp Undone VoiceJump to Next Beast Broke Creature Ears Fourth Heard Lamb Opened Seal Stamp Undone VoiceRevelation 6 1. The First Seal: Rider on White Horse3. The Second Seal: War 5. The Third Seal: Famine 7. The Fourth Seal: Death 9. The Fifth Seal: Martyrs 12. The Sixth Seal: Terror And when the Lamb opened the fourth seal The Lamb refers to Jesus Christ, depicted as the sacrificial Lamb who is worthy to open the seals of the scroll (Revelation 5:6-7). The opening of the seals signifies the unfolding of divine judgment and revelation. The fourth seal is part of a series of seven seals, each revealing a different aspect of God's plan for the end times. The number four often symbolizes universality or completeness in biblical numerology, suggesting a significant and comprehensive event. I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say “Come!” Persons / Places / Events 1. The LambRepresents Jesus Christ, who is worthy to open the seals of the scroll. The Lamb symbolizes sacrifice and redemption. 2. The Fourth Seal Part of the series of seals on the scroll that Jesus opens, each revealing a new vision or event in the unfolding of God's plan. 3. The Fourth Living Creature One of the four living creatures around the throne of God, each with a unique appearance and role in the heavenly vision. They are often seen as representations of God's creation and His attributes. 4. The Voice The voice of the fourth living creature, which commands the next phase of the vision to unfold. 5. The Event The opening of the fourth seal, which introduces the fourth horseman, often associated with death and Hades, bringing further judgment upon the earth. Teaching Points Understanding God's SovereigntyThe opening of the seals by the Lamb emphasizes that God is in control of history and its ultimate outcome. Believers can trust in His sovereign plan. The Reality of Judgment The events following the opening of the seals remind us of the reality of God's judgment. It is a call to repentance and readiness for Christ's return. The Role of Christ as Redeemer and Judge Jesus, as the Lamb, is both the redeemer of humanity and the executor of God's judgment. This dual role should inspire both reverence and hope in believers. Living with Eternal Perspective The unfolding events in Revelation encourage Christians to live with an eternal perspective, focusing on spiritual readiness and the advancement of God's kingdom. The Call to Witness As the seals reveal the progression towards the end times, believers are reminded of their mission to share the Gospel and be witnesses of Christ's love and truth. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Revelation 6:7?2. How does Revelation 6:7 relate to God's sovereignty over world events? 3. What role does the fourth seal play in the unfolding of Revelation's prophecy? 4. How can Revelation 6:7 inspire Christians to trust in God's ultimate plan? 5. What Old Testament prophecies connect with the imagery in Revelation 6:7? 6. How should Revelation 6:7 influence our understanding of current global challenges? 7. What does the fourth seal in Revelation 6:7 symbolize in Christian eschatology? 8. How does the pale horse in Revelation 6:7 relate to the concept of death? 9. Why is the rider named Death in Revelation 6:7, and what does it signify? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Revelation 6? 11. What are Revelation's seven seals? 12. What do the Seven Seals, Trumpets, and Bowls signify? 13. Revelation 6:7-8--Is there any historical or archaeological evidence supporting an event where a quarter of the world's population died from pestilence, famine, and wild beasts? 14. Revelation 6:3-4--How can one validate the prediction of worldwide warfare, given the continuous presence of conflict throughout history? What Does Revelation 6:7 Mean And when the Lamb opened the fourth seal- The Lamb is Jesus Christ, the only One found worthy to break the seals of God’s scroll (Revelation 5:5-7; John 1:29). - Each seal unleashes a literal judgment on the earth during the future Tribulation (Revelation 6:1-17; Matthew 24:7-8). - By the time the fourth seal is opened, war and famine have already swept across the world (Revelation 6:4-6); the scene is intensifying exactly as Jesus foretold. - God’s sovereignty is unmistakable; nothing happens until Christ Himself breaks the seal (Psalm 2:8-9; Revelation 1:18). I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say - The living creatures—angelic beings positioned around God’s throne—serve as His heralds (Revelation 4:6-8). The fourth has the appearance of a flying eagle (Revelation 4:7). - Each creature announces a seal judgment (Revelation 6:1, 3, 5, 7), underscoring that these events originate in heaven, not from human politics or random chance (Daniel 4:17). - Their voices bridge heaven and earth, reminding us that the unseen realm actively shapes history (2 Kings 6:17; Hebrews 1:14). “Come!” - The command summons the rider on the pale horse: “Its rider was named Death, and Hades followed close behind” (Revelation 6:8). - A literal wave of calamity follows: • Sword—ongoing warfare • Famine—scarcity and starvation • Plague—disease and pestilence • Wild beasts—nature itself turning hostile (Ezekiel 14:21) - One-quarter of earth’s population dies (Revelation 6:8), demonstrating the seriousness of sin and the righteousness of God’s judgment (Romans 1:18; 2 Peter 3:9). - Every “Come!” in this chapter propels God’s redemptive plan forward; nothing can halt it (Isaiah 46:9-11; Revelation 22:7). summary Revelation 6:7 shows Christ deliberately opening the fourth seal, a throne-room creature announcing the event, and a command that unleashes Death and Hades upon the earth. The verse underscores Jesus’ absolute authority, the active role of heaven’s hosts, and the unstoppable advance of God’s end-time judgments. Believers can rest in the Lamb’s control, even while the world races toward its appointed climax. (7, 8) The fourth seal.--And when He opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living being, saying, Come. And I saw, and behold, a horse, pallid (or, livid), and he that sat upon him his name was Death, and Hades was following with him; and there was given to them power over the fourth part of the earth to kill with sword, and with famine, and with death, and by the wild beasts of the earth. The colour pallid, or livid, is that deadly greenish hue, which is the unmistakable token of the approach of death. The rider is Death--not a particular form of death, but Death himself. Attending him, ready to gather up the slain, is Hades. The fourth seal is the darkest and most terrible. Single forms of death (war and famine) were revealed in the earlier seals; now the great King of Terrors himself appears, and in his hand are gathered all forms of death--war, famine, pestilence (for the second time the word "death" is used: it must be taken in a subordinate sense, as a particular form of death, such as plague, or pestilence; we may compare the use of the word "death" thus applied to some special disease, in the case of The Death, or Black Death), and wild beasts. These forms of death correspond with God's four sore judgments--the sword, and famine, and pestilence, and the noisome beasts of Ezekiel 14:21. The seal, therefore, gathers up into one all the awfulness of the past seals. It is the central seal, and it is the darkest. It is the midnight of sorrows, where all seems given up to the sovereignty of death. The middle things of life are often dark. Midway between the wicket-gate and golden city Bunyan placed his valley of the shadow of death, following the hint of the Psalmist, who placed it midway between the pasture and the house of the Lord (Psalms 23). Dante, perhaps working from the same hint, found his obscure wood and wanderings midway along the road of life:--"In the midway of this our mortal life I found me in a gloomy wood, astray." The darkest periods of the Church's history were those we call the Middle Ages. By this, however, it is not meant that there is any chronological signification in the seal. The vision deepens in its central scene, like the horror of darkness in the dream of Abraham. The history of the Church has not unfrequently presented a sort of parallel. The age which follows the ages of barren dogmatism and of spiritual starvation is often an age of sham spiritual life. The pale horse of death is the parody of the white horse of victory: the form of godliness remains, the power is gone. Verse 7. - And when he had opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth beast say; when he opened, as in vers. l, 3, and 5. The events narrated accompany the action of opening the seal. Of the fourth living being (see on Revelation 4:6). The individual is not specified (see on ver. 1); but Wordsworth specifies the living being like a flying eagle, by which he understands the Gospel of St. John (but see on Revelation 4:6). Saying. Though λέγουσαν, the feminine accusative, to agree with φωνήν, "voice," is adopted in the Textus Receptus, and supported by the sole authority of 1, yet א, A, B, C, P, and others read λέγοντος, the masculine genitive, agreeing with ζώου, "living being." Come and see. The Revised Version omits "and see" (see on ver. 1). "Come" is probably addressed to St. John (see on ver. 1).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek AndΚαὶ (Kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. when ὅτε (hote) Adverb Strong's 3753: When, at which time. From hos and te; at which too, i.e. When. [the Lamb] opened ἤνοιξεν (ēnoixen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 455: To open. From ana and oigo; to open up. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. fourth τετάρτην (tetartēn) Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 5067: Fourth. Ordinal from tessares; fourth. seal, σφραγῖδα (sphragida) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 4973: Probably strengthened from phrasso; a signet; by implication, the stamp impressed, literally or figuratively. I heard ἤκουσα (ēkousa) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. [the] voice φωνὴν (phōnēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 5456: Probably akin to phaino through the idea of disclosure; a tone; by implication, an address, saying or language. of the τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. fourth τετάρτου (tetartou) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 5067: Fourth. Ordinal from tessares; fourth. living creature ζῴου (zōou) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 2226: An animal, living creature. Neuter of a derivative of zao; a live thing, i.e. An animal. say, λέγοντος (legontos) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. “Come!” Ἔρχου (Erchou) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 2064: To come, go. 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