Revelation 15:3-4
And they sing the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, “Great and amazing are your deeds, O Lord God the Almighty! Just and true are your ways, O King of the nations! Who will not fear, O Lord, and glorify your name? For you alone are holy. All nations will come and worship you, for your righteous acts have been revealed.”
English Standard Version (ESV)
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This verse isn't just about a past deliverance like Egypt's; it's the same song sung by the redeemed throughout history, linking Old and New Testaments together. Notice how "King of the nations" (a more accurate translation than "King of saints") highlights God's ultimate sovereignty over all peoples, not just His chosen.
The scene shifts to heaven where a multitude of victorious saints, having overcome great tribulation and the forces of evil, stand before God's throne on a sea of glass mingled with fire. They are singing a song that echoes ancient deliverance and celebrates the ultimate victory achieved through Christ, the Lamb. This triumphant hymn, addressed to God as Almighty and King of the nations, acknowledges His great, marvelous, just, and true deeds in bringing about their salvation and judging their enemies.
Why do these victorious souls sing both Moses' song and the Lamb's song? It's a beautiful picture of how God's faithfulness spans all of history.
In Revelation 15:3, the redeemed sing "the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb." This isn't just one song, but two, representing two pivotal moments of God's deliverance.
The Song of Moses
This refers back to the song sung after the Israelites crossed the Red Sea, a miraculous escape from Egyptian bondage (Exodus 15). It celebrates God's mighty power and faithfulness in rescuing His people from overwhelming oppression. Moses, as God's servant, led them in this song of victory.
The Song of the Lamb
This refers to a song celebrating Jesus, the Lamb of God, and His ultimate victory over sin and death. It's a song of redemption, highlighting Christ's sacrifice and resurrection as the supreme act of deliverance for all who believe.
A Unified Praise
By singing both, the redeemed acknowledge that God's character and His redemptive work are consistent throughout history. The same God who freed Israel from Pharaoh now frees humanity from sin through Christ. The Old and New Covenants are united in His saving grace.
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The victory isn't just about what God does, but who He is. These redeemed souls declare His incredible character in the face of His final judgments.
The song continues with a profound declaration of God's attributes:
Great and Amazing Deeds
This phrase points to the awe-inspiring nature of God's actions. His works, especially in redemption and judgment, are beyond human comprehension and evoke wonder. They are not just powerful, but marvelously executed, demonstrating His infinite wisdom and might.
Just and True Ways
This highlights God's perfect character. His "ways" – His actions, His dealings, His judgments – are always righteous and reliable. There is no deceit or injustice in Him. His faithfulness to His promises and His unwavering commitment to justice are foundational.
King of Nations (or Ages)
While some ancient manuscripts read "King of the nations" and others "King of the ages," both emphasize God's supreme authority. As "King of nations," He rules over all peoples and kingdoms, bringing them to account. As "King of the ages," His reign is eternal, spanning all of history and beyond.
These declarations are made as God's final judgments are about to be poured out, underscoring that His justice and truth are the basis for these actions.
Understand the original words
pantokratōr · Greek Adjective/Noun
A term describing God as the sovereign Ruler, the One who possesses all power, and the sustainer of the entire universe.
hosios · Greek Adjective
God's character as absolutely distinct, set apart from all creation, and entirely unstained by sin or evil; the essential core of His moral nature.
proskyneō · Greek Verb
The act of bowing down, serving, or showing supreme reverence and honor to God, acknowledging His total worthiness as Creator and Savior.
The song sung by the redeemed echoes the liberation of ancient Israel from Egypt under Moses, and also the prophetic praise of God as King over all nations, highlighting God's consistent faithfulness and power throughout history.
c. 1446 BC
Exodus from Egypt and Red Sea Crossing
After escaping slavery in Egypt, the Israelites miraculously crossed the Red Sea, while their pursuing Egyptian army was drowned. Moses led the Israelites in a song of victory and praise to God.
c. 700 BC
Prophet Jeremiah's Ministry
Jeremiah prophesied during a tumultuous period in Judah, warning of impending judgment and exile due to the people's disobedience. He used the title 'King of nations' for God.
c. AD 95— this verse
Book of Revelation Written
The Apostle John, exiled on the island of Patmos, received visions from Jesus Christ and was commanded to write them down. These visions describe future events, heavenly worship, and God's final judgment.
This is the 'song of Moses' itself, a powerful song of praise and deliverance sung after the Israelites crossed the Red Sea, mirroring the victory celebrated in Revelation.
Deuteronomy 32:4This verse describes God as 'faithful, and without iniquity, just and right is he,' echoing the 'Just and true are your ways' sung by the redeemed.
Jeremiah 10:7This prophetic passage calls God 'King of the nations' and asks, 'Who would not fear you?', a sentiment directly reflected in the praise offered in Revelation 15:3 (especially considering the likely original reading of 'King of nations' rather than 'King of saints').
Psalm 111:7This psalm declares, 'The works of his hands are faithful and right; all his precepts are trustworthy,' aligning with the praise for God's 'Great and amazing deeds' and 'Just and true ways.'
Romans 3:26This passage explains that God's actions demonstrate His righteousness, showing He is 'just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus,' connecting to the 'Just and true are your ways' and God's faithfulness in redemption.
barnesRevelation 15:3: "And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvellous are thy works, Lord God Almighty; just and true are thy ways, thou King of saints."
And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God - A song of thanksgiving and praise, such as Moses taught the Hebrew people to sing after their deliverance from Egyptian bondage. See Exodus 15 . The meaning here is, not that they would sing that identical song, but that, as Moses taught…
pulpitRevelation 15:3: "And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvellous are thy works, Lord God Almighty; just and true are thy ways, thou King of saints."
Verse 3. - And they sing the song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb. Most probably the song of deliverance after the passage of the Red Sea (Exodus 15.), to which this bears a general resemblance. Moses is called the "servant of God" in Exodus 14:31 and elsewhere. The s…
This verse isn't just about a past deliverance like Egypt's; it's the same song sung by the redeemed throughout history, linking Old and New Testaments together. Notice how "King of the nations" (a more accurate translation than "King of saints") highlights God's ultimate sovereignty over all peoples, not just His chosen.
The scene shifts to heaven where a multitude of victorious saints, having overcome great tribulation and the forces of evil, stand before God's throne on a sea of glass mingled with fire. They are singing a song that echoes ancient deliverance and celebrates the ultimate victory achieved through Christ, the Lamb. This triumphant hymn, addressed to God as Almighty and King of the nations, acknowledges His great, marvelous, just, and true deeds in bringing about their salvation and judging their enemies.
The scene shifts to heaven where a multitude of victorious saints, having overcome great tribulation and the forces of evil, stand before God's throne on a sea of glass mingled with fire. They are singing a song that echoes ancient deliverance and celebrates the ultimate victory achieved through Christ, the Lamb. This triumphant hymn, addressed to God as Almighty and King of the nations, acknowledges His great, marvelous, just, and true deeds in bringing about their salvation and judging their enemies.
"And they sing the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying,
“Great and amazing are your deeds,
O Lord God the Almighty!
Just and true are your ways,
O King of the nations! Who will not fe…" — This verse isn't just about a past deliverance like Egypt's; it's the *same* song sung by the redeemed throughout history, linking Old and New Testaments together. Notice how "King of the nations" (a…
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