In the Throne Room - Revelation 4:7

In the Throne Room

Revelation 4:7

Kenute P. Curry

The first living creature was like a lion, the second living creature like a calf, the third living creature had a face like a man, and the fourth living creature was like a flying eagle (4:7)

These descriptions view the 4 cherubim in relation to the created world:

1. Like a lion – represents wild creatures and also strength, majesty, and omnipotence.

2. Like a calf – represents domestic animals and service, patience, and continuous labor.

3. Face like a man – represents the pinnacle of creation and reason, intelligence, and rational power.

4. Like a flying eagle – represents flying creatures and speed, sovereignty, and supremacy.

The 12 tribes of Israel camped under 4 banners:

1. Ruben – symbolized by a man.

2. Dan – symbolized by an eagle.

3. Ephraim – symbolized by a calf (ox).

4. Judah – symbolized by a lion.

The four Gospels:

1. Matthew – Lion of the tribe of Judah, the King.

2. Mark – Calf (ox), Servant of Jehovah, the Faithful One.

3. Luke – As man, He is the human Jesus.

4. John – Eagle represents Him as the divine Son of God.

Scripture quotations are from the New King James Version of the Bible, © 1979, 1980, 1982, 1990, Thomas Nelson, Inc., Publishers.

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