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Barnes' Notes on Revelation 10:5

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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And the angel which I saw stand ... - Revelation 10:2. That is, John saw him standing in this posture when he made the oath which he proceeds to record. Lifted up his hand to heaven - The usual attitude in taking an oath, as if one called heaven to witness. See Genesis 14:22; Deuteronomy 32:40; Ezekiel 20:5-6. Compare the notes on Daniel 12:7. return to 'Top of Page'
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