Revelation 4:9 net — And whenever the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the one who sits on the throne, who lives forever an…

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"And whenever the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the one who sits on the throne, who lives forever and ever,"

— Revelation 4:9, NET Bible

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Revelation 4 — Context

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and in front of the throne was something like a sea of glass, like crystal. In the middle of the throne and around the throne were four living creatures full of eyes in front and in back.

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The first living creature was like a lion, the second creature like an ox, the third creature had a face like a man’s, and the fourth creature looked like an eagle flying.

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Each one of the four living creatures had six wings and was full of eyes all around and inside. They never rest day or night, saying:“Holy Holy Holy is the Lord God, the All-Powerful, Who was and who is, and who is still to come!”

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And whenever the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the one who sits on the throne, who lives forever and ever,

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the twenty-four elders throw themselves to the ground before the one who sits on the throne and worship the one who lives forever and ever, and they offer their crowns before his throne, saying:

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“You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, since you created all things, and because of your will they existed and were created!”

Revelation 4:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Revelation 4:9 say?
Revelation 4:9 in the NET Bible reads: “And whenever the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the one who sits on the throne, who lives forever and ever,”
Where is Revelation 4:9 in the Bible?
Revelation 4:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 4, verse 9.
Who wrote Revelation?
Revelation is traditionally attributed to John (traditionally John the Apostle, exiled on Patmos). It was written c. AD 95.
What is the book of Revelation about?
Revelation is the unveiling of Jesus Christ — risen, reigning, returning. Through vivid, symbolic visions it shows the church's suffering, Christ's victory, the judgment of evil, and the new heavens and new earth where God dwells with his people forever. The Bible's grand finale.
What are the major themes of Revelation?
Revelation explores themes including Christ Victorious, Judgment, Worship, Endurance, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of Revelation 4:9.
What translation should I read Revelation 4:9 in?
Revelation 4:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Revelation 4:9?
Revelation 4:9 reads (NET): “And whenever the living creatures give glory, honor, and thanks to the one who sits on the throne, who lives forever and ever,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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