And I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach unto them that dwell on the earth, and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people,

REVELATION 14:6KJV
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Revelation 14:6 (KJV)

What does Revelation 14:6 mean?

Revelation 14:6 describes John’s vision of another angel flying in the sky, carrying the message of the everlasting gospel to proclaim to everyone living on earth, reaching every nation, tribe, language, and group of people. This verse shows that the good news is meant for all humanity, not limited to any one people or place.

In the setting of the book of Revelation, John is witnessing a series of visions about the end times. Here, he sees an angel with a special mission: to announce God’s eternal message to the whole world. The verse emphasizes the universal scope of this message, highlighting that no group is left out—every nation, family group, language, and people are included in the angel’s audience.

The Greek behind Revelation 14:6

  • εὐαγγέλιον (euangelion, “gospel”): This word means “good news” or “glad tidings.” The verse calls it “everlasting” (αἰώνιον, aiōnion), stressing that this message is unchanging and permanent, not just for a moment in history.
  • ἔθνος (ethnos, “nation”), φυλή (phylē, “kindred/tribe”), γλῶσσα (glōssa, “tongue/language”), λαός (laos, “people”): These four words together underline the total reach of the message. The Greek terms show that the angel’s proclamation is meant to cross every boundary—ethnic, family, linguistic, and social.

Why Revelation 14:6 matters

  • This verse makes clear that the gospel is not exclusive or limited to a select group; it is intended for every person on earth, regardless of background.
  • The vision of the angel highlights the urgency and importance of the message, showing that God wants everyone to have the opportunity to hear the good news.
  • In the context of Revelation, this universal proclamation stands out as a moment of hope and invitation in the midst of warnings and judgments, reminding readers of God’s desire to reach all people.

Where else these words appear

“heaven” Greek G3321 · used in 3 verses

  • Revelation 8:13 And I beheld, and heard an angel flying through the midst of heaven, saying with a loud voice, Woe, woe, woe, to the inhabiters of the earth by reason of the other voices of the trumpet of the three angels, which are yet to sound!
  • Revelation 19:17 And I saw an angel standing in the sun; and he cried with a loud voice, saying to all the fowls that fly in the midst of heaven, Come and gather yourselves together unto the supper of the great God;

“fly” Greek G4072 · used in 5 verses

  • 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.
  • Revelation 8:13 And I beheld, and heard an angel flying through the midst of heaven, saying with a loud voice, Woe, woe, woe, to the inhabiters of the earth by reason of the other voices of the trumpet of the three angels, which are yet to sound!
  • Revelation 12:14 And to the woman were given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, into her place, where she is nourished for a time, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent.

“kindred” Greek G5443 · used in 23 verses

  • Matthew 19:28 And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
  • Hebrews 7:13 For he of whom these things are spoken pertaineth to another tribe, of which no man gave attendance at the altar.
  • Revelation 7:5 Of the tribe of Juda were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Reuben were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Gad were sealed twelve thousand.

“dwell” Greek G2730 · used in 43 verses

  • Matthew 2:23 And he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He shall be called a Nazarene.
  • Acts 7:48 Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
  • Hebrews 11:9 By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange country, dwelling in tabernacles with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise: