New International VersionSince you have kept my command to endure patiently, I will also keep you from the hour of trial that is going to come on the whole world to test the inhabitants of the earth.
New Living Translation“Because you have obeyed my command to persevere, I will protect you from the great time of testing that will come upon the whole world to test those who belong to this world.
English Standard VersionBecause you have kept my word about patient endurance, I will keep you from the hour of trial that is coming on the whole world, to try those who dwell on the earth.
Berean Standard BibleBecause you have kept My command to persevere, I will also keep you from the hour of testing that is about to come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.
Berean Literal BibleBecause you have kept the word of My patient endurance, I also will keep you out of the hour of the trial being about to come upon the whole inhabited world, to try those dwelling upon the earth.
King James BibleBecause thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.
New King James VersionBecause you have kept My command to persevere, I also will keep you from the hour of trial which shall come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.
New American Standard BibleBecause you have kept My word of perseverance, I also will keep you from the hour of the testing, that hour which is about to come upon the whole world, to test those who live on the earth.
NASB 1995Because you have kept the word of My perseverance, I also will keep you from the hour of testing, that hour which is about to come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.
NASB 1977‘Because you have kept the word of My perseverance, I also will keep you from the hour of testing, that hour which is about to come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell upon the earth.
Legacy Standard BibleBecause you have kept the word of My perseverance, I also will keep you from the hour of testing, which is about to come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.
Amplified BibleBecause you have kept the word of My endurance [My command to persevere], I will keep you [safe] from the hour of trial, that hour which is about to come on the whole [inhabited] world, to test those who live on the earth.
Christian Standard BibleBecause you have kept my command to endure, I will also keep you from the hour of testing that is going to come on the whole world to test those who live on the earth.
Holman Christian Standard BibleBecause you have kept My command to endure, I will also keep you from the hour of testing that is going to come over the whole world to test those who live on the earth.
American Standard VersionBecause thou didst keep the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of trial, that hour which is to come upon the whole world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.
Contemporary English VersionYou obeyed my message and endured. So I will protect you from the time of testing everyone in all the world must go through.
English Revised VersionBecause thou didst keep the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of trial, that hour which is to come upon the whole world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationBecause you have obeyed my command to endure, I will keep you safe during the time of testing which is coming to the whole world to test those living on earth.
Good News TranslationBecause you have kept my command to endure, I will also keep you safe from the time of trouble which is coming upon the world to test all the people on earth.
International Standard VersionBecause you have obeyed my command to endure, I will keep you from the hour of testing that is coming to the whole world to test those living on the earth.
NET BibleBecause you have kept my admonition to endure steadfastly, I will also keep you from the hour of testing that is about to come on the whole world to test those who live on the earth.
New Heart English BibleBecause you kept my command to endure, I also will keep you from the hour of testing, which is to come on the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.
Webster's Bible TranslationBecause thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.
Weymouth New TestamentBecause in spite of suffering you have guarded My word, I in turn will guard you from that hour of trial which is soon coming upon the whole world, to put to the test the inhabitants of the earth. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBecause you have kept My command to persevere, I will also keep you from the hour of testing that is about to come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth.
World English BibleBecause you kept my command to endure, I also will keep you from the hour of testing which is to come on the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBecause you kept the word of My endurance, I also will keep you from the hour of the trial that is about to come on all the world, to try those dwelling on the earth.
Berean Literal BibleBecause you have kept the word of My patient endurance, I also will keep you out of the hour of the trial being about to come upon the whole inhabited world, to try those dwelling upon the earth.
Young's Literal Translation 'Because thou didst keep the word of my endurance, I also will keep thee from the hour of the trial that is about to come upon all the world, to try those dwelling upon the earth.
Smith's Literal TranslationFor thou didst keep the word of my patience, and I will keep thee from the hour of temptation, about to come upon the whole habitable globe, to try them dwelling upon the earth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBecause thou hast kept the word of my patience, I will also keep thee from the hour of the temptation, which shall come upon the whole world to try them that dwell upon the earth.
Catholic Public Domain VersionSince you have kept the word of my patient endurance, I also will keep you from the hour of temptation, which shall overcome the whole world in order to test those living upon the earth.
New American BibleBecause you have kept my message of endurance, I will keep you safe in the time of trial that is going to come to the whole world to test the inhabitants of the earth.
New Revised Standard VersionBecause you have kept my word of patient endurance, I will keep you from the hour of trial that is coming on the whole world to test the inhabitants of the earth. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBecause you have kept the word of my patience, I also will keep you from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try those who dwell upon earth.
Aramaic Bible in Plain English“Because you have kept the word of my patience, I also shall keep you from the trial that is going to come over the entire inhabited world, to test the inhabitants of The Earth.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBecause you have kept the word of my patience, I also will keep you from the hour of trial that is about to come on the whole world, to try those who dwell on the earth.
Godbey New TestamentBecause you have kept the word of my patience, and I will keep you from the hour of temptation, which is about to come upon the whole world, to try those dwelling upon the earth.
Haweis New Testament
Because thou hast keep the word of my patience, I also will preserve thee from the hour of temptation, which is coming upon the whole habitable globe to try the dwellers upon earth.
Mace New Testament
because you have kept my precept about patience, I also will keep you in the time of persecution, which shall happen to all the world, to try the inhabitants of the earth.
Weymouth New Testament
Because in spite of suffering you have guarded My word, I in turn will guard you from that hour of trial which is soon coming upon the whole world, to put to the test the inhabitants of the earth.
Worrell New Testament
Because you kept the word of My patience. I also will keep you from the hour of trial, which is about to come upon the whole inhabitedearth, to try those who dwell upon the earth.
Worsley New Testament
Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which is to come upon the whole world, to try those that dwell upon the earth.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context To the Church in Philadelphia… 9Look at those who belong to the synagogue of Satan, who claim to be Jews but are liars instead. I will make them come and bow down at your feet, and they will know that I love you. 10Becauseyou have keptMycommandto persevere,I will also keepyoufromthehouroftestingthatis aboutto comeuponthewholeworld,to testthose whodwellontheearth.11I am coming soon. Hold fast to what you have, so that no one will take your crown.…
Cross References John 17:15I am not asking that You take them out of the world, but that You keep them from the evil one.
Luke 21:36So keep watch at all times, and pray that you may have the strength to escape all that is about to happen and to stand before the Son of Man.”
1 Thessalonians 1:10and to await His Son from heaven, whom He raised from the dead—Jesus our deliverer from the coming wrath.
2 Peter 2:9if all this is so, then the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials and to hold the unrighteous for punishment on the day of judgment.
Matthew 24:13But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved.
1 Corinthians 10:13No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.
Isaiah 26:20-21Go, my people, enter your rooms and shut your doors behind you. Hide yourselves a little while until the wrath has passed. / For behold, the LORD is coming out of His dwelling to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity. The earth will reveal her bloodshed and will no longer conceal her slain.
Psalm 91:3-7Surely He will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly plague. / He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart. / You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day, ...
Jeremiah 30:7How awful that day will be! None will be like it! It is the time of Jacob’s distress, but he will be saved out of it.
Daniel 12:1“At that time Michael, the great prince who stands watch over your people, will rise up. There will be a time of distress, the likes of which will not have occurred from the beginning of nations until that time. But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered.
Zephaniah 2:3Seek the LORD, all you humble of the earth who carry out His justice. Seek righteousness; seek humility. Perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the LORD’s anger.
Romans 5:9Therefore, since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from wrath through Him!
1 Thessalonians 5:9For God has not appointed us to suffer wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Matthew 6:13And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’
2 Thessalonians 3:3But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.
Treasury of Scripture Because you have kept the word of my patience, I also will keep you from the hour of temptation, which shall come on all the world, to try them that dwell on the earth. the word. Revelation 1:9 I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ. Revelation 13:10 He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity: he that killeth with the sword must be killed with the sword. Here is the patience and the faith of the saints. Revelation 14:12 Here is the patience of the saints: hereare they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. I also. Matthew 6:13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Matthew 26:41 Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeedis willing, but the fleshis weak. 1 Corinthians 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but Godis faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bearit. all. Matthew 24:14 And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. Mark 14:9 Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world,this also that she hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her. Luke 2:1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. to try. Isaiah 24:17 Fear, and the pit, and the snare,are upon thee, O inhabitant of the earth. Daniel 12:10 Many shall be purified, and made white, and tried; but the wicked shall do wickedly: and none of the wicked shall understand; but the wise shall understand. Zechariah 13:9 And I will bring the third part through the fire, and will refine them as silver is refined, and will try them as gold is tried: they shall call on my name, and I will hear them: I will say, Itis my people: and they shall say, The LORDis my God. Jump to Previous CommandDwellEarthEnduranceEndureGuardGuardedHabitableHourKeptLivePatiencePatientPatientlyQuietSoonSpiteSufferingTemptationTestTestingTrialTryTurnWholeWordWorldJump to Next CommandDwellEarthEnduranceEndureGuardGuardedHabitableHourKeptLivePatiencePatientPatientlyQuietSoonSpiteSufferingTemptationTestTestingTrialTryTurnWholeWordWorldRevelation 3 1.The angel of the church of Sardis is reproved and exhorted to repent.3 7.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.Because you have kept My command to persevereThis phrase acknowledges the faithfulness of the church in Philadelphia, which is one of the seven churches addressed in Revelation. The command to persevere refers to maintaining faith and obedience despite trials and persecution. This perseverance is a recurring theme in the New Testament, as seen in James 1:12 and Hebrews 10:36, emphasizing the importance of steadfastness in the Christian walk. The church's endurance is a testament to their commitment to Christ's teachings and their ability to withstand external pressures. I will also keep you from the hour of testing
This promise of protection is significant, suggesting divine intervention to shield believers from a specific period of trial. The "hour of testing" is often interpreted as a future time of tribulation, possibly linked to eschatological events described in Revelation. This assurance echoes the protection God provides to His people throughout Scripture, such as inPsalm 91:3-7. The phrase can also be seen as a type of Christ's deliverance, reflecting His role as a protector and savior. that is about to come upon the whole world
The scope of the testing is global, indicating a widespread event affecting all humanity. This aligns with prophetic literature that speaks of end-times scenarios impacting the entire earth, as seen inDaniel 12:1 andMatthew 24:21. The universality of the testing underscores the comprehensive nature of God's plan and the ultimate fulfillment of His purposes. to test those who dwell on the earth
The purpose of the testing is to reveal the true character and faith of individuals. This concept of testing is prevalent in biblical narratives, where trials serve to refine and prove the faithfulness of God's people, as illustrated in1 Peter 1:6-7. The phrase "those who dwell on the earth" often refers to unbelievers or those opposed to God's kingdom, contrasting with the faithful who are promised protection. This testing serves as a means of divine judgment and separation between the righteous and the wicked. Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe speaker in this verse, addressing the church in Philadelphia. He is the one who promises protection to those who persevere. 2. Church in PhiladelphiaOne of the seven churches in Asia Minor addressed in the Book of Revelation. Known for its faithfulness and perseverance despite challenges. 3. Hour of TestingA future period of trial and tribulation that will come upon the whole world, intended to test those who dwell on the earth. 4. Those Who Dwell on the EarthA phrase often used in Revelation to refer to unbelievers or those who are not part of the faithful church. 5. PerseveranceThe act of steadfastness and faithfulness in keeping Christ's command, which is commended by Jesus in this passage. Teaching Points Perseverance in FaithBelievers are called to remain steadfast in their faith, even amidst trials and challenges. Perseverance is a key aspect of the Christian walk. Divine ProtectionGod promises protection to those who are faithful. This assurance should encourage believers to trust in God's sovereignty and care. Global TestingThe "hour of testing" serves as a reminder of the trials that will come upon the world. Believers should be prepared spiritually and remain vigilant. Faithfulness RewardedFaithfulness to Christ's commands is not only commended but also rewarded with divine protection and ultimate deliverance. Living as OvercomersChristians are called to live as overcomers, holding fast to their faith and testimony in anticipation of Christ's return. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Revelation 3:10?
2.How can we "keep the word" of Christ's "patient endurance" in daily life?
3.What does Revelation 3:10 teach about God's protection during trials?
4.How does Revelation 3:10 connect with Matthew 24:13 on enduring faith?
5.In what ways can we prepare for the "hour of testing"?
6.How does Revelation 3:10 encourage us to trust in God's promises today?
7.What does Revelation 3:10 mean by "the hour of testing"?
8.How does Revelation 3:10 relate to the concept of the rapture?
9.Is the promise in Revelation 3:10 applicable to all Christians or just the Philadelphian church?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Revelation 3?
11.In Revelation 3:10, how can a global “hour of trial” be reconciled with scientific or historical records of tribulations that were not universal?
12.Will you endure suffering for a little while?
13.What is Pretribulationism?
14.What defines apocalypticism?What Does Revelation 3:10 Mean Because you have kept My command to persevere• Jesus commends the believers in Philadelphia for endurance that is both active and obedient. Perseverance is not passive resignation; it is steadfast faith expressed in daily choices (James 1:12;Hebrews 10:36). • Their perseverance centers on Christ’s “command,” underscoring that obedience to Jesus is non-negotiable (John 14:15). • This verse shows the cause-and-effect dynamic of the Christian life: faithfulness now invites divine protection later (2 Timothy 4:7–8).
I will also keep you from the hour of testing• “Keep you from” signals divine preservation that is secure and personal (John 17:15;2 Peter 2:9). • Many see here a promise of removal before the time of wrath foretold inRevelation 6–19, aligning with “Jesus…who rescues us from the coming wrath” (1 Thessalonians 1:10) and “God has not appointed us to wrath” (1 Thessalonians 5:9). • Protection is anchored in Christ’s faithfulness, not human strength, giving believers confident hope.
that is about to come upon the whole world• The “hour” is imminent (“about to come”), emphasizing urgency and certainty (Romans 13:11–12). • Unlike localized trials, this testing is worldwide, echoing Jesus’ words: “There will be great tribulation, unmatched from the beginning of the world” (Matthew 24:21;Daniel 12:1). • The scope highlights God’s sovereign timetable—He alone controls history’s culmination.
to test those who dwell on the earth• Throughout Revelation, “those who dwell on the earth” consistently points to the unrepentant (Revelation 6:10; 8:13; 11:10; 13:8). • The purpose of the coming trials is examination and judgment of unbelief, not purification of the church (Malachi 3:2–3 contrasts God’s refining work within His people with judgment upon rebels). • By promising to keep believers “from” this testing, Jesus distinguishes His bride from the objects of impending judgment.
summaryRevelation 3:10 offers a chain of assurance: steadfast obedience invites Christ’s pledge of supernatural preservation. The faithful who cling to Jesus in the present age can rest in His promise to shield them from the global tribulation destined to expose and judge persistent unbelief. The verse reassures believers of personal security in Christ while underscoring the urgency of readiness, devotion, and continual perseverance. (10) Because thou hast kept (better, didst keep) the word of my patience.--The one who keeps God's word is kept. Such is "the benigna talio of the kingdom of God," as Archbishop Trench calls it. The promise does not mean the being kept away from, but the being kept out from the tribulation. The head should be kept above the waters; they should not be ashamed, because they had kept the word of patience. It is through patience,as well as comfort of the Scripture that we have the hope which maketh not ashamed. (Comp. Romans 15:5, and Revelation 3:3-5.) Verse 10. - Because thou didst keep (see notes on Revelation 1:3 and Revelation 2:26) the word of my patience, I also will keep thee. This is the Divine lex talionis. "Forgive, and ye shall be forgiven; give, and it shall be given unto you" ( Luke 6:37, 38); keep, and ye shall be kept. Compare "I know mine own, and mine own know me" ( John 10:14). "The word of my patience" may mean either the gospel, which everywhere teaches patience, or those sayings of Christ in which he specially inculcates this duty ( Luke 8:15; Luke 21:19; Matthew 10:22; Matthew 24:13). In "I also will keep thee" the two pronouns are in emphatic contrast. From the hour of temptation. The phrase, τηρεῖν ἐκ, occurs elsewhere in the New Testament only in John 17:15 (comp. James 1:27, where we have τηρεῖν ἀπό, and 2 Thessalonians 3:3, φυλάσσεινἀπό). It is not certain that the common explanation, that ἀπό implies exemption from trial, while ἐκ implies preservation under trial, holds good. "Temptation" ( πειρασμός) generally has no article in the New Testament ( Matthew 6:13; Matthew 26:41; Mark 14:38, etc.; comp. especially Luke 8:13). Here it has the article, as if "the temptation" were to be of no ordinary kind. The word does not occur elsewhere in St. John's writings. In order to bring substantive and verb into harmony, the Revised Version renders πειρασμός "trial," the word for "to try" being πειράσαι. "World" here is not the κόσμος, "the ordered universe" ( Revelation 11:15; Revelation 13:8; Revelation 17:8), but the οἰκυμένη, "the inhabited earth" ( Revelation 12:9; Revelation 16:14). The phrase, "to dwell upon the earth," κατοικεῖν ἐπὶ τῆς γῆς, is peculiar to the Apocalypse ( Revelation 6:10; Revelation 8:13; Revelation 11:10; Revelation 13:8, 14). "The hour of trial" seems to be that which Christ had foretold should precede his coming, especially the triumph of antichrist. Hence the declaration in the next verse.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek BecauseὍτι(Hoti)Conjunction
Strong's 3754:Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.you have keptἐτήρησας(etērēsas)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 5083:From teros; to guard, i.e. To note; by implication, to detain; by extension, to withhold; by extension, to withhold.Myμου(mou)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473:I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.commandλόγον(logon)Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3056:From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.to endure with patience,ὑπομονῆς(hypomonēs)Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 5281:Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy.I will also keepτηρήσω(tērēsō)Verb - Future Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 5083:From teros; to guard, i.e. To note; by implication, to detain; by extension, to withhold; by extension, to withhold.youσε(se)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Singular
Strong's 4771:You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.fromἐκ(ek)Preposition
Strong's 1537:From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out.theτῆς(tēs)Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.hourὥρας(hōras)Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 5610:Apparently a primary word; an 'hour'.ofτοῦ(tou)Article - Genitive 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.testingπειρασμοῦ(peirasmou)Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3986:From peirazo; a putting to proof (of good), experience (of evil), solicitation, discipline or provocation); by implication, adversity.thatτῆς(tēs)Article - Genitive Feminine 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 aboutμελλούσης(mellousēs)Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3195:A strengthened form of melo; to intend, i.e. Be about to be, do, or suffer something.to comeἔρχεσθαι(erchesthai)Verb - Present Infinitive Middle or Passive
Strong's 2064:To come, go.uponἐπὶ(epi)Preposition
Strong's 1909:On, to, against, on the basis of, at.theτῆς(tēs)Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.wholeὅλης(holēs)Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3650:All, the whole, entire, complete. A primary word; 'whole' or 'all', i.e. Complete, especially as noun or adverb.world,οἰκουμένης(oikoumenēs)Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3625:Feminine participle present passive of oikeo; land, i.e. The globe; specially, the Roman empire.to testπειράσαι(peirasai)Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 3985:To try, tempt, test. From peira; to test, i.e. Endeavor, scrutinize, entice, discipline.those whoτοὺς(tous)Article - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.dwellκατοικοῦντας(katoikountas)Verb - Present Participle Active - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2730:To dwell in, settle in, be established in (permanently), inhabit. From kata and oikeo; to house permanently, i.e. Reside.onἐπὶ(epi)Preposition
Strong's 1909:On, to, against, on the basis of, at.theτῆς(tēs)Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.earth.γῆς(gēs)Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1093:Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe.
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