Revelation 3:21
New International Version
To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I was victorious and sat down with my Father on his throne.

New Living Translation
Those who are victorious will sit with me on my throne, just as I was victorious and sat with my Father on his throne.

English Standard Version
The one who conquers, I will grant him to sit with me on my throne, as I also conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne.

Berean Standard Bible
To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

Berean Literal Bible
The one overcoming, I will give to him to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

King James Bible
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.

New King James Version
To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

New American Standard Bible
The one who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat with My Father on His throne.

NASB 1995
‘He who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit down with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

NASB 1977
‘He who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit down with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

Legacy Standard Bible
He who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit down with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

Amplified Bible
He who overcomes [the world through believing that Jesus is the Son of God], I will grant to him [the privilege] to sit beside Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down beside My Father on His throne.

Christian Standard Bible
“To the one who conquers I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I also conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The victor: I will give him the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I also won the victory and sat down with My Father on His throne.

American Standard Version
He that overcometh, I will give to him to sit down with me in my throne, as I also overcame, and sat down with my Father in his throne.

Contemporary English Version
Everyone who wins the victory will sit with me on my throne, just as I won the victory and sat with my Father on his throne.

English Revised Version
He that overcometh, I will give to him to sit down with me in my throne, as I also overcame, and sat down with my Father in his throne.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will allow everyone who wins the victory to sit with me on my throne, as I have won the victory and have sat down with my Father on his throne.

Good News Translation
To those who win the victory I will give the right to sit beside me on my throne, just as I have been victorious and now sit by my Father on his throne.

International Standard Version
To the one who conquers I will give a place to sit with me on my throne, just as I have conquered and have sat down with my Father on his throne.

Majority Standard Bible
To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

NET Bible
I will grant the one who conquers permission to sit with me on my throne, just as I too conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne.

New Heart English Bible
He who overcomes, I will give to him to sit down with me on my throne, as I also overcame, and sat down with my Father on his throne.

Webster's Bible Translation
To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me on my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father on his throne.

Weymouth New Testament
"'To him who overcomes I will give the privilege of sitting down with Me on My throne, as I also have overcome and have sat down with My Father on His throne.

World English Bible
He who overcomes, I will give to him to sit down with me on my throne, as I also overcame and sat down with my Father on his throne.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
He who is overcoming—I will give to him to sit with Me in My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father in His throne.

Berean Literal Bible
The one overcoming, I will give to him to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

Young's Literal Translation
He who is overcoming -- I will give to him to sit with me in my throne, as I also did overcome and did sit down with my Father in His throne.

Smith's Literal Translation
He conquering, will I give to him to sit with me on my throne, as I also conquered, and sat down with my Father on his throne.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
To him that shall overcome, I will give to sit with me in my throne: as I also have overcome, and am set down with my Father in his throne.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Whoever prevails, I will grant to him to sit with me on my throne, just as I also have overcome and have sat down with my Father on his throne.

New American Bible
I will give the victor the right to sit with me on my throne, as I myself first won the victory and sit with my Father on his throne.

New Revised Standard Version
To the one who conquers I will give a place with me on my throne, just as I myself conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with me on my throne, even as I also overcame, and have sat down with my Father on his throne.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“And I shall grant the overcomer to sit with me on my throne, just as I have overcome and I sit with my Father on his throne.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
To him that overcomes, I will give to sit with me in my throne, even as I also have overcome, and have taken my seat with my father in his throne.

Godbey New Testament
The one conquering, I will give unto him to sit with me on my throne, as I indeed have conquered, and sat down with my Father on his throne.

Haweis New Testament
He that overcometh, I will give to him to sit on my throne, as I also have overcome, and have sat down with my Father on his throne.

Mace New Testament
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.

Weymouth New Testament
"'To him who overcomes I will give the privilege of sitting down with Me on My throne, as I also have overcome and have sat down with My Father on His throne.

Worrell New Testament
He that overcomes, I will give to him to sit down with Me in My throne, as I also overcame, and sat down with My Father in His throne.

Worsley New Testament
To him that overcometh I will grant to sit with me on my throne, as I also have overcome, and am set down with my Father on his throne.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
To the Church in Laodicea
20Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and dine with him, and he with Me. 21To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne. 22He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”…

Cross References
Revelation 2:26-27
And to the one who overcomes and continues in My work until the end, I will give authority over the nations. / He will rule them with an iron scepter and shatter them like pottery—just as I have received authority from My Father.

Matthew 19:28
Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Luke 22:29-30
And I bestow on you a kingdom, just as My Father has bestowed one on Me, / so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

2 Timothy 2:12
if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us;

Romans 8:17
And if we are children, then we are heirs: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him.

1 Corinthians 6:2-3
Do you not know that the saints will judge the world? And if you are to judge the world, are you not competent to judge trivial cases? / Do you not know that we will judge angels? How much more the things of this life!

Hebrews 12:2
Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

John 16:33
I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”

Philippians 2:9-11
Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, / that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, / and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Ephesians 2:6
And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus,

Daniel 7:13-14
In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. / And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

Daniel 7:27
Then the sovereignty, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the saints of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey Him.’

Psalm 110:1
A Psalm of David. The LORD said to my Lord: “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”

Psalm 2:8-9
Ask Me, and I will make the nations Your inheritance, the ends of the earth Your possession. / You will break them with an iron scepter; You will shatter them like pottery.”

Isaiah 9:7
Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.


Treasury of Scripture

To him that overcomes 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.

him.

Revelation 2:7
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God.

Revelation 12:11
And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.

1 John 5:4,5
For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith…

to sit.

Revelation 1:6
And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

Revelation 2:26,27
And he that overcometh, and keepeth my works unto the end, to him will I give power over the nations: …

Matthew 19:28
And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

even.

John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

and am.

Revelation 5:6-8
And I beheld, and, lo, in the midst of the throne and of the four beasts, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as it had been slain, having seven horns and seven eyes, which are the seven Spirits of God sent forth into all the earth…

Revelation 7:17
For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.

Daniel 7:13,14
I saw in the night visions, and, behold, one like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven, and came to the Ancient of days, and they brought him near before him…

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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.














To the one who overcomes
The phrase "to the one who overcomes" is a recurring theme in the letters to the seven churches in Revelation. The Greek word for "overcomes" is "nikao," which means to conquer or gain victory. This term is rich with military connotations, suggesting a spiritual battle that believers must engage in. Historically, the early Christian church faced persecution and trials, and this promise serves as an encouragement to remain steadfast in faith. Theologically, overcoming is not through human strength but through faith in Christ, who has already achieved victory over sin and death.

I will grant the right
The phrase "I will grant the right" indicates a divine bestowal of authority and privilege. The Greek word "didomi" is used here, meaning to give or bestow. This is not a right earned by human merit but a gracious gift from Christ to those who remain faithful. In the context of the Roman Empire, where rights and privileges were often reserved for the elite, this promise underscores the radical inclusivity of God's kingdom, where all believers are granted access to divine authority.

to sit with Me on My throne
"Sitting on a throne" is a symbol of authority, power, and rulership. In ancient times, thrones were reserved for kings and rulers, signifying their dominion and governance. The promise to "sit with Me on My throne" is a profound assurance of sharing in Christ's victory and reign. This reflects the biblical theme of believers being co-heirs with Christ (Romans 8:17), participating in His eternal kingdom. It is a call to spiritual maturity and faithfulness, leading to a shared reign with Christ.

just as I overcame
The phrase "just as I overcame" refers to Christ's own victory over sin, death, and the powers of darkness. The Greek word "nikao" is again used here, emphasizing that Christ is the ultimate overcomer. His life, death, and resurrection are the foundation of Christian faith and the model for believers. Historically, this would have been a powerful reminder to early Christians facing persecution that their Lord had already triumphed over the world.

and sat down with My Father on His throne
This phrase highlights the exaltation of Christ following His resurrection and ascension. The imagery of sitting "with My Father on His throne" signifies the unity and co-equality of the Son with the Father. In the Jewish context, sitting at the right hand of a ruler was a position of honor and authority. This reflects Psalm 110:1, where the Messiah is invited to sit at God's right hand. For believers, this is a promise of ultimate vindication and participation in the divine rule, reinforcing the hope of eternal life and glory with God.

(21) To him that overcometh ... .--He will share Christ's throne as Christ shared His Father's throne. Here are two thrones mentioned. My throne, saith Christ: this is the condition of glorified saints who sit with Christ in His throne. "But My Father's (i.e., God's) throne is the power of divine majesty." Herein none may sit but God, and the God-man Jesus Christ. The promise of sharing the throne is the climax of an ascending series of glorious promises, which carry the thought from the Garden of Eden (Revelation 2:7) through the wilderness (Revelation 2:17), the temple (Revelation 3:12), to the throne. The promise bears marked resemblance to the language of St. Paul to the Ephesians (Ephesians 2:6). This crowning promise is made to the most unpleasing of the churches. But it is well that thus the despondency which often succeeds the sudden collapse of self-satisfied imaginations should be met by so bright a prospect. Though their religion has been proved an empty thing, there is a hope which may well drive away despair. "The highest place is within the reach of the lowest; the faintest spark of grace may be fanned into the mightiest flame of divine love."

Verse 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. The climax of the promises made to the seven Churches (cf. Revelation 2:7, 11, 17, 26-28; Revelation 3:5, 12). There are two points to be noticed in this promise:

(1) the position promised to the conqueror, "in my throne;"

(2) the two thrones mentioned.

(1) Note the expression, "in my throne" (not ἐπὶ, but ἐν τῷ θρόνῳ), which occurs nowhere else. The mother of St. James and St. John had requested for them a place on the right hand and the left of our Lord - the highest dignity which she could conceive. The twelve apostles are promised to sit on twelve thrones, to judge the tribes of Israel. But Christ offers a yet higher honour, viz. to sit in his throne; placing us in the closest relationship with himself, and exalting us to his own glory. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
To [the one]
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

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.

is victorious,
νικῶν (nikōn)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3528: To conquer, be victorious, overcome, prevail, subdue. From nike; to subdue.

I will grant [the right]
δώσω (dōsō)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

to sit
καθίσαι (kathisai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 2523: Another form for kathezomai; to seat down, i.e. Set; intransitively, to sit; figuratively, to settle.

with
μετ’ (met’)
Preposition
Strong's 3326: (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives.

Me
ἐμοῦ (emou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

on
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

My
μου (mou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

throne,
θρόνῳ (thronō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2362: From thrao; a stately seat; by implication, power or a potentate.

just as
ὡς (hōs)
Adverb
Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner.

I
κἀγὼ (kagō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2504: To also, I too, but I. From kai and ego; so also the dative case kamoi, and accusative case kame and I, me.

overcame
ἐνίκησα (enikēsa)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 3528: To conquer, be victorious, overcome, prevail, subdue. From nike; to subdue.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

sat down
ἐκάθισα (ekathisa)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2523: Another form for kathezomai; to seat down, i.e. Set; intransitively, to sit; figuratively, to settle.

with
μετὰ (meta)
Preposition
Strong's 3326: (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives.

My
μου (mou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

Father
Πατρός (Patros)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.

on
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

His
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

throne.
θρόνῳ (thronō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2362: From thrao; a stately seat; by implication, power or a potentate.


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