And after these things I heard a great voice of much people in heaven, saying, Alleluia; Salvation, and glory, and honour, and power, unto the Lord our God:

REVELATION 19:1KJV
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Revelation 19:1 (KJV)

What does Revelation 19:1 mean?

Revelation 19:1 describes a loud, joyful praise coming from a large crowd in heaven, declaring “Alleluia” and recognizing that salvation, glory, honor, and power belong to God. The verse shows a heavenly celebration, giving credit to God for His greatness and saving work.

The setting is a vision given to John, where he hears many voices in heaven after a series of dramatic events. The crowd is likely made up of redeemed people and angels, all united in worship. Their shout of “Alleluia” (a form of “Hallelujah,” meaning “Praise the Lord”) marks a moment of triumph and gratitude, as they acknowledge God’s ultimate authority and victory.

The Greek behind Revelation 19:1

  • Ἀλληλούϊα (Alleluia; transliteration: allelouia): This is a Greek form of a Hebrew phrase meaning “Praise the Lord.” Its use here is rare in the New Testament and signals a special moment of worship and joy.
  • σωτηρία (sōtēria): This word means “salvation” or “deliverance.” The crowd is crediting God as the source of rescue and redemption.
  • δόξα (doxa): Meaning “glory,” this word points to God’s majesty and honor, highlighting His worthiness to be praised.
  • δύναμις (dynamis): Translated as “power,” this word emphasizes God’s strength and ability to accomplish His will, underlining why He is being praised.

Why Revelation 19:1 matters

  • This verse clears up that the praise in heaven is not just for what God has done, but also for who He is—His salvation, glory, honor, and power.
  • The use of “Alleluia” connects the worship in heaven to the worship traditions of ancient Israel, showing continuity in how God’s people celebrate Him.
  • The verse sets the tone for the rest of Revelation 19, which describes the final victory of God, helping the reader see the context of celebration and triumph.

Where else these words appear

“Alleluia” Greek G239 · used in 4 verses

  • Revelation 19:3 And again they said, Alleluia. And her smoke rose up for ever and ever.
  • 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.
  • Revelation 19:6 And I heard as it were the voice of a great multitude, and as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of mighty thunderings, saying, Alleluia: for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth.

“honour” Greek G5092 · used in 42 verses

  • Matthew 27:6 And the chief priests took the silver pieces, and said, It is not lawful for to put them into the treasury, because it is the price of blood.
  • Romans 13:7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.
  • Hebrews 2:9 But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.

“Salvation” Greek G4991 · used in 43 verses

  • Luke 1:69 And hath raised up an horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David;
  • Romans 11:11 I say then, Have they stumbled that they should fall? God forbid: but rather through their fall salvation is come unto the Gentiles, for to provoke them to jealousy.
  • Hebrews 1:14 Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?

“power” Greek G1411 · used in 116 verses

  • Matthew 6:13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
  • Acts 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
  • 2 Corinthians 13:4 For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.