Revelation 5:14
New International Version
The four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped.

New Living Translation
And the four living beings said, “Amen!” And the twenty-four elders fell down and worshiped the Lamb.

English Standard Version
And the four living creatures said, “Amen!” and the elders fell down and worshiped.

Berean Standard Bible
And the four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped.

Berean Literal Bible
And the four living creatures kept saying, "Amen." And the elders fell down and worshiped.

King James Bible
And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that liveth for ever and ever.

New King James Version
Then the four living creatures said, “Amen!” And the twenty-four elders fell down and worshiped Him who lives forever and ever.

New American Standard Bible
And the four living creatures were saying, “Amen.” And the elders fell down and worshiped.

NASB 1995
And the four living creatures kept saying, “Amen.” And the elders fell down and worshiped.

NASB 1977
And the four living creatures kept saying, “Amen.” And the elders fell down and worshiped.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the four living creatures kept saying, “Amen.” And the elders fell down and worshiped.

Amplified Bible
And the four living creatures kept saying, “Amen.” And the elders fell down and worshiped [Him who lives forever and ever].

Christian Standard Bible
The four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped.

American Standard Version
And the four living creatures said, Amen. And the elders fell down and worshipped.

Contemporary English Version
The four living creatures said "Amen," while the elders knelt down and worshiped.

English Revised Version
And the four living creatures said, Amen. And the elders fell down and worshipped.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The four living creatures said, "Amen!" Then the leaders bowed and worshiped.

Good News Translation
The four living creatures answered, "Amen!" And the elders fell down and worshiped.

International Standard Version
Then the four living creatures said, "Amen!", and the elders bowed down and worshipped.

Majority Standard Bible
And the four living creatures said, ?Amen,? and the elders fell down and worshiped.

NET Bible
And the four living creatures were saying "Amen," and the elders threw themselves to the ground and worshiped.

New Heart English Bible
The four living creatures were saying, "Amen." The elders fell down and worshiped.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the four living beings said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshiped him that liveth for ever and ever.

Weymouth New Testament
Then the four living creatures said "Amen," and the Elders fell down and worshipped.

World English Bible
The four living creatures said, “Amen!” Then the elders fell down and worshiped.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the four living creatures said, “Amen!” And the twenty-four elders fell down and they worship Him who is living through the ages of the ages.

Berean Literal Bible
And the four living creatures kept saying, "Amen." And the elders fell down and worshiped.

Young's Literal Translation
and the four living creatures said, 'Amen!' and the twenty-four elders fell down and they bow before Him who is living to the ages of the ages.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the four living creatures said, Amen. And the twenty-four elders fell and worshipped him living for the times of times.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the four living creatures said: Amen. And the four and twenty ancients fell down on their faces, and adored him that liveth for ever and ever.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the four living creatures were saying, “Amen.” And the twenty-four elders fell down on their faces, and they adored the One who lives forever and ever.

New American Bible
The four living creatures answered, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped.

New Revised Standard Version
And the four living creatures said, “Amen!” And the elders fell down and worshiped.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him who lives for ever and ever.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And when The Four Beasts said, “Amen”, The Elders fell down and worshiped.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And the four living creatures said, Amen; and the elders fell down, and worshiped.

Godbey New Testament
And the four living creatures continued to say, Amen. And the elders fell and worshiped.

Haweis New Testament
And the four living beings said, Amen. And the four and twenty presbyters prostrated themselves, and worshipped him that liveth for ever and ever.

Mace New Testament
and the four animals said, amen, and the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that liveth for ever and ever.

Weymouth New Testament
Then the four living creatures said "Amen," and the Elders fell down and worshipped.

Worrell New Testament
And the four living creatures said, "Amen." And the elders fell down and worshiped.

Worsley New Testament
And the four animals said, Amen: and the twenty four elders fell down and worshipped Him that liveth to endless ages.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Lamb Exalted
13And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” 14And the four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped.

Cross References
Philippians 2:10-11
that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, / and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Daniel 7:10
A river of fire was flowing, coming out from His presence. Thousands upon thousands attended Him, and myriads upon myriads stood before Him. The court was convened, and the books were opened.

Isaiah 6:3
And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.”

Psalm 103:20-21
Bless the LORD, all His angels mighty in strength who carry out His word, who hearken to the voice of His command. / Bless the LORD, all His hosts, you servants who do His will.

Hebrews 1:6
And again, when God brings His firstborn into the world, He says: “Let all God’s angels worship Him.”

Ezekiel 1:28
The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking.

Nehemiah 9:6
You alone are the LORD. You created the heavens, the highest heavens with all their host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to all things, and the host of heaven worships You.

Psalm 148:2
Praise Him, all His angels; praise Him, all His heavenly hosts.

1 Chronicles 29:20
Then David said to the whole assembly, “Bless the LORD your God.” So the whole assembly blessed the LORD, the God of their fathers. They bowed down and paid homage to the LORD and to the king.

Romans 14:11
It is written: “As surely as I live, says the Lord, every knee will bow before Me; every tongue will confess to God.”

Isaiah 45:23
By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance.

Psalm 72:19
And blessed be His glorious name forever; may all the earth be filled with His glory. Amen and amen.

Psalm 150:6
Let everything that has breath praise the LORD! Hallelujah!

Luke 2:13-14
And suddenly there appeared with the angel a great multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying: / “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!”

1 Timothy 1:17
Now to the King eternal, immortal, and invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.


Treasury of Scripture

And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that lives for ever and ever.

the four.

Revelation 19:4
And the four and twenty elders and the four beasts fell down and worshipped God that sat on the throne, saying, Amen; Alleluia.

And the four and.

Revelation 4:9-11
And when those beasts give glory and honour and thanks to him that sat on the throne, who liveth for ever and ever, …

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Revelation 5
1. The book sealed with seven seals,
9. which only the Lamb that was slain is worthy to open.
12. Therefore the elders praise him, and confess that he redeemed them with his blood.














And the four living creatures said, 'Amen,' and the elders fell down and worshiped
And the four living creatures
The "four living creatures" are introduced earlier in Revelation 4:6-8. These beings are often understood to represent the fullness of creation, with each creature symbolizing different aspects of God's creation: the lion (wild animals), the ox (domesticated animals), the face of a man (humanity), and the eagle (birds). In the Greek, the term "ζῷα" (zoa) is used, which is often translated as "living creatures" or "beasts." These creatures are constantly in the presence of God, signifying the worship and adoration that all creation owes to the Creator.

said, 'Amen,'
The word "Amen" is a transliteration from Hebrew, meaning "truly" or "so be it." It is a declaration of affirmation and agreement. In the context of worship, it signifies the creatures' acknowledgment of the truth and righteousness of God's judgments and actions. The use of "Amen" here emphasizes the unity and harmony in heaven, as all beings agree with and affirm the worthiness of God and the Lamb.

and the elders
The "elders" refer to the twenty-four elders mentioned in Revelation 4:4. These elders are often interpreted as representing the redeemed people of God, possibly symbolizing the twelve tribes of Israel and the twelve apostles, thus encompassing the entirety of God's covenant people. Their presence in the heavenly throne room signifies the honor and authority given to those who have been faithful to God.

fell down
The act of falling down is a common biblical expression of worship and reverence. In the ancient Near Eastern context, prostration was a physical demonstration of submission and humility before a superior. The elders' action of falling down indicates their deep reverence and acknowledgment of God's supreme authority and holiness.

and worshiped
The Greek word for "worshiped" is "προσκυνέω" (proskuneo), which literally means to "kiss the hand towards" or to "prostrate oneself." This term conveys a deep sense of adoration, reverence, and submission. Worship in the biblical sense is not merely an act of singing or praying but involves the whole being—mind, body, and spirit—acknowledging God's worthiness and sovereignty. The elders' worship is a model for believers, demonstrating that true worship involves humility, reverence, and a recognition of God's ultimate authority and glory.

(14) And the four beasts . . .--Better, And the four living beings said, Amen (or, the Amen). And the elders (omit "four and twenty") fell down and worshipped. The remaining words of this verse are wanting in some of the best MSS., and they spoil thegraphic force of the description. The "Amen" rises from universal nature; the Church of Christ falls down in silent adoration. Thought and feeling assert themselves above all language. There are times when silence is the most eloquent applause; there are times when it is also the most real worship. "Let thy prayers be without words, rather than thy words, without prayer" was a wise precept of an old divine. An English and an Italian poet have given expression to the same feeling of the weakness of words. "O speech !" sang Dante, when telling his final vision--

"How feeble and how faint art thou to give

Conception birth."

--Parad. xxxiii.

Thomson takes refuge in silence from the overwhelming thoughts of the divine glory:--

"I lose

Myself in Him, in light ineffable.

Come, then, expressive silence, muse His praise."

Here the inspired seer describes the chorus of praise as dying into a silence born of awe and gratefulness and love.

Verse 14. - And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that liveth forever and ever. (On the signification of the four beasts as representative of creation, and the four-and-twenty elders as typical of the Church, see on Revelation 4:4 and 6.) Three stages are marked in the hymn of adoration before this concluding verse:

(1) the four living beings and the four and twenty elders worship the Lamb, and commemorate their redemption by him; they are able to sing "a new song" - the song of the redeemed;

(2) the angels join in the worship of the Lamb, ascribing to him the consummation of all perfection;

(3) then all created things praise God and the Lamb. In conclusion, the representatives of redeemed creation once more join in the eucharistic hymn, and prostrate themselves in worship before the Triune God. This forms the end of one act of the heavenly drama. The opening of the seals now follows, and a description of the attendant circumstances is given. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
And
Καὶ (Kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
τὰ (ta)
Article - Nominative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

four
τέσσαρα (tessara)
Adjective - Nominative Neuter Plural
Strong's 5064: Four. Or neuter tessara a plural number; four.

living creatures
ζῷα (zōa)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural
Strong's 2226: An animal, living creature. Neuter of a derivative of zao; a live thing, i.e. An animal.

said,
ἔλεγον (elegon)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

“Amen,”
Ἀμήν (Amēn)
Hebrew Word
Strong's 281: Of Hebrew origin; properly, firm, i.e. trustworthy; adverbially, surely.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
οἱ (hoi)
Article - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

elders
πρεσβύτεροι (presbyteroi)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4245: Comparative of presbus; older; as noun, a senior; specially, an Israelite Sanhedrist or Christian 'presbyter'.

fell down
ἔπεσαν (epesan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4098: A reduplicated and contracted form of peto; probably akin to petomai through the idea of alighting; to fall.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

worshiped.
προσεκύνησαν (prosekynēsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4352: From pros and a probable derivative of kuon; to fawn or crouch to, i.e. prostrate oneself in homage.


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