And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. And he saith unto me, These are the true sayings of God.

REVELATION 19:9KJV
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Revelation 19:9 (KJV)

What does Revelation 19:9 mean?

Revelation 19:9 describes a heavenly messenger telling John to write down that those who are invited to the "marriage supper of the Lamb" are truly blessed, and that these words are trustworthy and come from God. The verse highlights the honor and joy of being included in this special celebration with the Lamb, a title for Jesus.

In this scene, an angel is speaking directly to John, instructing him to record these words as a message for others. The "marriage supper" is pictured as a great feast, symbolizing a joyful union between the Lamb (Jesus) and His people. The statement that "these are the true sayings of God" underlines the certainty and importance of this promise.

The Greek behind Revelation 19:9

  • μακάριοι (makarioi, "Blessed"): This word means more than just "happy"—it carries the idea of someone who is fortunate or favored by God. Here, it emphasizes the special privilege of those invited to the supper.
  • κεκλημένοι (keklēmenoi, "called"): This word is often understood as "invited" in the context of a banquet or celebration. It suggests that being part of this event is not automatic but comes by invitation.
  • γάμου (gamou, "marriage") and δείπνον (deipnon, "supper"): These words together create the image of a wedding feast, a familiar picture in ancient times for a joyful, communal celebration.
  • ἀληθινοὶ (alēthinoi, "true"): This word stresses that what is being said is genuine and reliable, not just a hopeful wish or a metaphor.

Why Revelation 19:9 matters

  • Revelation 19:9 clarifies that being part of the "marriage supper of the Lamb" is a privilege, not something everyone automatically receives, highlighting the importance of invitation.
  • The verse connects the vision of celebration in heaven with the reliability of God's promises, reminding readers that these words are trustworthy.
  • By placing this statement in the context of John's vision, the verse ties together themes of joy, fulfillment, and assurance that run throughout the book of Revelation.

Where else these words appear

“marriage” Greek G1062 · used in 16 verses

  • Matthew 22:2 The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son,
  • Matthew 22:10 So those servants went out into the highways, and gathered together all as many as they found, both bad and good: and the wedding was furnished with guests.
  • Luke 14:8 When thou art bidden of any man to a wedding, sit not down in the highest room; lest a more honourable man than thou be bidden of him;

“supper” Greek G1173 · used in 16 verses

  • Matthew 23:6 And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues,
  • Luke 14:17 And sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for all things are now ready.
  • John 13:4 He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself.

“true” Greek G228 · used in 25 verses

  • Luke 16:11 If therefore ye have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches?
  • John 19:35 And he that saw it bare record, and his record is true: and he knoweth that he saith true, that ye might believe.
  • Revelation 3:14 And unto the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write; These things saith the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation of God;

“Lamb” Greek G721 · used in 28 verses

  • John 21:15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs.
  • Revelation 7:14 And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
  • Revelation 17:14 These shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings: and they that are with him are called, and chosen, and faithful.