Rev 1:13-16, 14:14 | Family | STEP | One like unto the Son of man ; compare , where "one like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven, and came to the Ancient of days." In both cases it is Christ, who, when on earth, called himself "the Son of man." In the description of his person that follows, the writer combines what is said of "the Ancient of days," that is, God, , and of the "man clothed in linen," . Thus he ascribes to Christ the characters of deity.

Revelation of John 1:13-16

One like unto the Son of man; compare Da 7:13, where "one like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven, and came to the Ancient of days." In both cases it is Christ, who, when on earth, called himself "the Son of man." In the description of his person that follows, the writer combines what is said of "the Ancient of days," that is, God, Da 7:9, and of the "man clothed in linen," Da 10:5,6. Thus he ascribes to Christ the characters of deity. Fine brass; the word used in the original is generally thought to denote a mixed metal composed of gold and silver, and distinguished for its brilliancy.

As if they burned in a furnace; shining with intense brightness. Seven stars; representing the angels of the seven churches, verse Re 1:20.

A sharp two-edged sword; with which he smites the nations, chap Re 19:15; compare Isa 11:4; 49:2, which are also prophecies of the Messiah. The symbol denotes the efficacy of his doctrine, and of the judgments uttered by him against the wicked.

Revelation of John 14:14

14-20. Now follows a double vision representing the execution of God's vengeance upon the persecutors of his people.

A white cloud; the symbol of Christ's presence in power and great glory to take vengeance on the wicked. Compare note to chap Re 10:1.

A golden crown; to signify that he is "King of kings, and Lord of lords." Chap Re 17:14; 19:16.

A sharp sickle; here, as in Joe 3:13, the ripeness of the harvest and vintage indicates that the measure of man's wickedness is full, and the reaping is a symbol of the execution of God's wrath.