Rev 6:11 | TNotes | STEP | 6:11 A white robe is symbolic of the martyrs’ victory and of God’s full acceptance. • they were told to rest: Death is a state of rest (cp. John 11:11-12 ) in which martyrs await God’s justice. • the full number: Only God knows how many Christians will be martyred before the end. In his sovereignty, God will fulfill his purposes through his children who are martyred and will vindicate them at the appropriate time. • brothers and sisters: Greek adelphoi; this term refers to people, both male and female, who are members of the same family.

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‏ Revelation of John 6:11

6:11 ^a A white robe is symbolic of the martyrs’ victory and of God’s full acceptance.

• they were told to rest: Death is a state of rest (cp. John 11:11-12 ^b) in which martyrs await God’s justice.

• the full number: Only God knows how many Christians will be martyred before the end. In his sovereignty, God will fulfill his purposes through his children who are martyred and will vindicate them at the appropriate time.

• brothers and sisters: Greek adelphoi; this term refers to people, both male and female, who are members of the same family.