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Revelation 21:5New creation vision
He who sits on the throne said, "Behold, I am making all things new." He said, "Write, for these words of God are faithful and true."
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Interpretation

Scripture invites a all things new that is embodied in relationships and commitments. Revelation 21:5: trace "said" and "who". Give all things new in small choices no one sees—carry peace past preference. Through apocalyptic vision, Symbolic visions portray God’s ultimate victory and faithful endurance amidst suffering.

Context

The setting is Revelation—apocalyptic, naming all things new. Placed in ch. 21, the nearby lines set its tone. There’s a line into apocalyptic vision. The nearby sentences supply the texture.

Authorship & Historical Background

Early attribution points to John for Revelation. Many scholars judge Revelation as follows: John of Patmos (not the Gospel author, per many scholars).. Scholars commonly date Revelation AD 95. Revelation seems aimed at Seven churches of Asia Minor.. The setting is the New creation vision (apocalyptic). Apocalyptic Vision is especially relevant in this line. Vision reassures: the Lamb reigns, new creation comes. Jewish‑Christian apocalyptic; heavy OT allusions. Apocalyptic symbolism speaks pastorally under imperial pressure.

More details
Traditional:John
Modern scholarship:John of Patmos (not the Gospel author, per many scholars).
Date:AD 95
Audience:Seven churches of Asia Minor.
  • Jewish‑Christian apocalyptic; heavy OT allusions.
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but do not affect the core meaning.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46