Откровение 19:9

He--God by His angel saith unto me. called--effectually, not merely externally. The "unto," or into," seems to express this: not merely invited to (Greek, "epi"), but called INTO, so as to be partakers of (Greek, "eis"); compare Co1 1:9. marriage supper--Greek, "the supper of the marriage." Typified by the Lord's Supper. true--Greek, "genuine"; veritable sayings which shall surely be fulfilled, namely, all the previous revelations.

In this chapter we have, I. A further account of the triumphant song of angels and saints for the fall of Babylon (Rev 19:1-4). II. The marriage between Christ and the church proclaimed and perfected (Rev 19:5-10). III. Another warlike expedition of the glorious head and husband of the church, with the success of it (Rev 19:10, etc.).

19:9 Blessed are those: This fourth blessing in Revelation (see 1:3; 14:13; 16:15) affirms the hope of the faithful. • who are invited: God is in control and determines who will participate. • wedding feast (cp. 19:17): Jesus often used meals to explain the Kingdom (Matt 22:1-13; Luke 14:7-24), and he ordained a meal for the church (Mark 14:22-25; 1 Cor 11:23-26). • These are true words: This oath asserts the reliability of the message.