And there shall be no more curse: but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; and his servants shall serve him:

REVELATION 22:3KJV
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Revelation 22:3 (KJV)

What does Revelation 22:3 mean?

Revelation 22:3 describes a future scene where the curse that once affected creation will be completely gone, and the throne of God and the Lamb (Jesus) will be present in the city, with God’s servants worshiping and serving Him directly. This verse promises a restored world, free from the brokenness and separation caused by sin.

In the book of Revelation, John is sharing a vision of the new creation at the end of time, speaking to believers who faced hardship and persecution. The verse points to a time when God’s presence is fully with His people, and all the effects of the curse from Genesis are undone. The focus is on closeness to God, ongoing worship, and the complete removal of anything that once brought harm or distance between God and humanity.

The Greek behind Revelation 22:3

  • "κατάθεμα" (katathema, G2652) is the word for "curse" here, which often refers to something devoted to destruction or set apart as accursed. Its use highlights that every trace of the old world’s brokenness is gone in this new reality.
  • "θρόνος" (thronos, G2362) means "throne," emphasizing the visible, central rule of God and the Lamb in the new creation. This throne is not distant; it is right in the midst of the city.
  • "δουλος" (doulos, G1401) is translated "servants," meaning those who belong to God and serve Him. The word carries the sense of willing, devoted service, not forced labor.
  • "λατρεύω" (latreuō, G3000) means "to serve" or "to worship," and in the New Testament it often refers to acts of worship toward God. Here, it shows that the service of God’s people is a joyful, direct worship in His presence.

Why Revelation 22:3 matters

  • Revelation 22:3 clears up the idea that any curse or separation from God will remain in the new creation; instead, it promises total restoration.
  • The verse emphasizes that God and the Lamb share the same throne, highlighting their unity and shared authority in the final, perfect kingdom.
  • This verse connects back to Genesis, showing that what was lost in Eden because of the curse is fully restored, and God’s people are finally able to serve Him face-to-face.

Where else these words appear

“serve” Greek G3000 · used in 21 verses

  • Matthew 4:10 Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
  • Acts 24:14 But this I confess unto thee, that after the way which they call heresy, so worship I the God of my fathers, believing all things which are written in the law and in the prophets:
  • Hebrews 8:5 Who serve unto the example and shadow of heavenly things, as Moses was admonished of God when he was about to make the tabernacle: for, See, saith he, that thou make all things according to the pattern shewed to thee in the mount.

“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.

“throne” Greek G2362 · used in 50 verses

  • Matthew 5:34 But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne:
  • Revelation 3:21 To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.
  • Revelation 7:11 And all the angels stood round about the throne, and about the elders and the four beasts, and fell before the throne on their faces, and worshipped God,

“more” Greek G2089 · used in 86 verses

  • Matthew 5:13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.
  • Luke 24:41 And while they yet believed not for joy, and wondered, he said unto them, Have ye here any meat?
  • Galatians 5:11 And I, brethren, if I yet preach circumcision, why do I yet suffer persecution? then is the offence of the cross ceased.