Revelation 3:13
New International Version
Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

New Living Translation
“Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and understand what he is saying to the churches.

English Standard Version
He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.’

Berean Standard Bible
He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

Berean Literal Bible
The one having an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

King James Bible
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.

New King James Version
“He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” ’

New American Standard Bible
The one who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.’

NASB 1995
‘He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.’

NASB 1977
‘He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.’

Legacy Standard Bible
He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.’

Amplified Bible
He who has an ear, let him hear and heed what the Spirit says to the churches.’

Christian Standard Bible
“Let anyone who has ears to hear listen to what the Spirit says to the churches.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
“Anyone who has an ear should listen to what the Spirit says to the churches.

American Standard Version
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches.

Contemporary English Version
If you have ears, listen to what the Spirit says to the churches.

English Revised Version
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Let the person who has ears listen to what the Spirit says to the churches.

Good News Translation
"If you have ears, then, listen to what the Spirit says to the churches!

International Standard Version
Let everyone listen to what the Spirit says to the churches.'"

Majority Standard Bible
He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

NET Bible
The one who has an ear had better hear what the Spirit says to the churches.'

New Heart English Bible
He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

Webster's Bible Translation
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches.

Weymouth New Testament
Let all who have ears give heed to what the Spirit is saying to the Churches.'

World English Bible
He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
He who is having an ear—let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies.

Berean Literal Bible
The one having an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

Young's Literal Translation
He who is having an ear -- let him hear what the Spirit saith to the assemblies.

Smith's Literal Translation
He having ears, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Whoever has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the Churches.

New American Bible
“ ‘ “Whoever has ears ought to hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” ’

New Revised Standard Version
Let anyone who has an ear listen to what the Spirit is saying to the churches.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
He who has ears, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“Let him who has an ear hear what The Spirit says to the assemblies.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

Godbey New Testament
Let the one having ears, hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

Haweis New Testament
He that hath an ear to hear, let him ear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.

Mace New Testament
he that hath an ear, let him hear what the spirit saith unto the churches."

Weymouth New Testament
Let all who have ears give heed to what the Spirit is saying to the Churches.'

Worrell New Testament
He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the assemblies.

Worsley New Testament
Let him, that hath an ear, hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
To the Church in Philadelphia
12The one who overcomes I will make a pillar in the temple of My God, and he will never again leave it. Upon him I will write the name of My God, and the name of the city of My God (the new Jerusalem that comes down out of heaven from My God), and My new name. 13He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. 14To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true Witness, the Originator of God’s creation.…

Cross References
Matthew 11:15
He who has ears, let him hear.

Mark 4:9
Then Jesus said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

Luke 8:8
Still other seed fell on good soil, where it sprang up and produced a crop—a hundredfold.” As Jesus said this, He called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

Matthew 13:9
He who has ears, let him hear.”

Mark 7:16
If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear.

Luke 14:35
It is fit neither for the soil nor for the manure pile, and it is thrown out. He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

Matthew 13:43
Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.

Mark 4:23
If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear.”

Luke 9:44
“Let these words sink into your ears: The Son of Man is about to be delivered into the hands of men.”

Isaiah 6:9-10
And He replied: “Go and tell this people, ‘Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’ / Make the hearts of this people calloused; deafen their ears and close their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed.”

Ezekiel 3:27
But when I speak with you, I will open your mouth, and you are to tell them, ‘This is what the Lord GOD says.’ Whoever listens, let him listen; and whoever refuses, let him refuse, for they are a rebellious house.

Jeremiah 5:21
“Hear this, O foolish and senseless people, who have eyes but do not see, who have ears but do not hear.

Deuteronomy 29:4
Yet to this day the LORD has not given you a mind to understand, eyes to see, or ears to hear.

Isaiah 32:3
Then the eyes of those who see will no longer be closed, and the ears of those who hear will listen.

Ezekiel 12:2
“Son of man, you are living in a rebellious house. They have eyes to see but do not see, and ears to hear but do not hear, for they are a rebellious house.


Treasury of Scripture

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Revelation 3
1. The angel of the church of Sardis is reproved and exhorted to repent.
37. The angel of the church of Philadelphia is approved for his diligence and patience;
14. the angel of Laodicea rebuked for being neither hot nor cold.
20. Christ stands at the door and knocks.














He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches
He who has an ear
This phrase is a call to attention, urging individuals to listen carefully. In the Greek, the word for "ear" is "ous," which signifies not just the physical organ but the capacity to understand and perceive. This echoes Jesus' frequent use of similar phrases in the Gospels, emphasizing the importance of spiritual discernment. It suggests that not everyone will be receptive to the message, but those who are spiritually attuned will grasp its significance.

let him hear
The Greek word for "hear" is "akouō," which implies more than just auditory reception; it involves understanding and obedience. In the biblical context, hearing is often linked with action. This phrase is a call to not only listen but to respond appropriately to the message. It underscores the responsibility of the listener to act upon what is heard, reflecting a common biblical theme that true hearing results in transformation and obedience.

what the Spirit says
The "Spirit" here refers to the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, who communicates God's will and truth to believers. The Greek word "pneuma" is used, which can mean breath or wind, symbolizing the Spirit's life-giving and dynamic presence. This highlights the divine origin of the message and the need for spiritual insight to comprehend it. The Spirit's role is to guide, convict, and empower the church, ensuring that the message is not merely human wisdom but divine revelation.

to the churches
The term "churches" refers to the seven churches in Asia Minor addressed in the Book of Revelation. The Greek word "ekklesia" means a called-out assembly or congregation. Historically, these were real communities facing various challenges, but they also represent the universal church throughout the ages. This phrase indicates that the message is not limited to a single congregation but is relevant to all believers. It serves as a reminder of the collective identity and mission of the church, emphasizing unity and shared purpose in Christ.

Verse 13. - He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the Churches (see on Revelation 2:7). Of the condition of the Church in Philadelphia we know nothing from Holy Writ, except what is contained in the passage before us. But its comparative immunity from trouble and destruction, and its continued existence to the present day (see on vers. 7-13, "Philadelphia"), render it probable that the message of the apostle was not without some effect. Thus Gibbon writes: "In the loss of Ephesus the Christians deplored the fall of the first angel, the extinction of the first candlestick, of the Revelation; the desolation is complete; and the Temple of Diana or the Church of Mary will equally elude the search of the curious traveller. The circus and three stately theatres of Laodicea are now peopled with wolves and foxes; Sardis is reduced to a miserable village; the God of Mahomet, without a rival or a Son, is invoked in the mosques of Thyatira and Pergamos, and the populousness of Smyrna is supported by the foreign trade of the Franks and Armenians. Philadelphia alone has been saved by prophecy or courage" ('Decline and Fall,' c). 64.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
He who
(Ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

has
ἔχων (echōn)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.

an ear,
οὖς (ous)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3775: (a) the ear, (b) met: the faculty of perception. Apparently a primary word; the ear.

let him hear
ἀκουσάτω (akousatō)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.

what
τί (ti)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 5101: Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.

the
τὸ (to)
Article - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Spirit
Πνεῦμα (Pneuma)
Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit.

says
λέγει (legei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

to the
ταῖς (tais)
Article - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

churches.
ἐκκλησίαις (ekklēsiais)
Noun - Dative Feminine Plural
Strong's 1577: From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation.


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